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Catering Assistant
11.77 per hour
Hull - HU7 Area
Monday to Friday 10.00 - 14.00
We are hiring on behalf of one of our high established clients for the role of Catering Assistant, on a temporary basis, this could lead to a full time role.
This role exists to ensure the delivery of a customer focused, effectively managed catering service. The right candidate will ensure the service is provided in an effective and efficient manner with the support of a focused and motivated catering team.
The compliance with nutritional standards is an important part of the service delivery the right candidate will therefore require creative and imaginative skills to meet the required levels of compliance and customer satisfaction.
The successful candidate directly reports to the nominated Area Catering Manager.
Main Duties Include -
Food Preparation and Cooking:
- Direct and participate in food preparation activities, including but not limited to chopping, sauteing, grilling, baking, and plating.
- Ensure adherence to standardised recipes, portion sizes, and quality standards.
- Demonstrate expertise in various cooking techniques and cuisines.
Inventory and Cost Control:
- Manage inventory levels of food and kitchen supplies to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
- Conduct regular inventory audits and place orders as needed to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Implement cost-control measures to optimize food costs and maximize profitability.
Safety and Sanitation Compliance:
- Enforce strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, including HACCP guidelines.
- Conduct regular inspections of the kitchen area to identify and address any potential hazards or cleanliness issues.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a catering assistant
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate other team members.
- Food Hygiene & Safety Level 2
- Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
If this sounds like the role you're looking for, please call our Commercial Team at Prestige Recruitment Specialists for more information on (phone number removed). Alternatively, send your CV with covering letter to (url removed)
Prestige Recruitment Specialists Limited is an award-winning independent recruitment agency that has been firmly established for 30 years throughout the UK.
