General Assistant – Weekend rotation every second Sunday – Brentwood, ESSEXCompany Description

General Assistant – Term time only 12 hours per weekWeek one: Sunday shift 8 hours; Monday shift 4 hoursWeek two: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 4 hours per dayTitle:

General Assistant Monday to FridayLocation: Brentwood, EssexSalary:

£12.00 per hour + overtime available 12 hours per week.Benefits:28 Days holiday including bank holidays3 volunteering days3 days grandparent leave24 week’s enhanced maternity leaveBespoke training and development opportunitiesPension and life insuranceDiscounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays and cinemaWellbeing hubAccess to employee assistance programmeFree meals whilst at workCareer development opportunitiesHIT Apprenticeships for all experience levelsWe currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced

General Assistant

with a background in exceptional food catering services to join our business and work at one of our highly prestigious education settings.If you are passionate about creating delicious dining experiences that fuel young minds and ignite taste buds, then this is the perfect opportunity to bring your expertise to our table.Nestled in the heart of Brentwood, this prestigious independent schoolcaters for 566 day pupils as well as staff and includes not only a breakfast, lunch and supper service but also an extensive hospitality service.This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled

General Assistant to make a name for themselves within the food service industry and be a part of setting the new standard for education catering.Additional InformationHolroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.We pride ourselves on:SustainabilitySustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.NutritionWe take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.Food InnovationWe offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences.”This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

Job Description

We are seeking a friendly and efficient General Assistant to join our team in Brentwood, United Kingdom. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to our organisation’s daily operations from Monday to Friday, supporting various aspects of our service delivery.Assist in the preparation and serving of meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, following established menus and recipesMaintain cleanliness and organisation of front-of-house areas, including proper arrangement of dishes and utensilsAdhere to food safety protocols, ensuring proper food handling and storage proceduresMonitor inventory levels of food and supplies, reporting any shortages or discrepancies to managementProvide excellent customer service to students and staff during mealtimes, addressing concerns and special dietary requirementsParticipate in training sessions and meetings related to food service procedures, safety protocols, and customer service standardsSupport the team in creating a welcoming and efficient dining environmentAssist with additional tasks as required to ensure smooth daily operations

Qualifications

Food Hygiene Level 2 certification or willingness to obtainPrevious experience in education catering is desirableGood understanding of health and safety practices in a food service environmentExcellent organisational skills with great attention to detailStrong team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced settingOutstanding customer service skills and a friendly, approachable demeanourFlexible approach to work and ability to adapt to changing prioritiesPhysical stamina to stand and move for extended periodsBasic numeracy and literacy skillsEnthusiasm for creating a positive dining experience for students and staff

Additional Information

Additional InformationHolroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.We pride ourselves on:SustainabilitySustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.NutritionWe take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.Food InnovationWe offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences.”This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.IND1

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