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Senior General Assistant - Prestigious Oxford Education Provider
Are you a dedicated and experienced catering professional looking for your next step? We're seeking a proactive and reliable Senior General Assistant to join a prestigious education provider in the heart of Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a unique and inspiring environment, supporting the delivery of high-quality catering services.
About the Role:
As a Senior General Assistant in Oxford, you will play a vital role in the smooth running of our client's catering operations. You'll be working 5 out of 7 days, with weekends off on a rotating basis, and will be responsible for a variety of tasks across both early and late shifts. You will also assist in supervising a small team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the service of food to students and staff.
- Assisting with food preparation, ensuring high standards of presentation and quality.
- Performing general kitchen duties, including cleaning, washing up, and maintaining a tidy work environment.
- Ensuring adherence to food hygiene and safety regulations.
- Managing stock and supplies as required.
- Assisting in the supervision and training of junior staff.
- Providing excellent customer service to all students, staff, and visitors.
- Working a variety of early and late shifts, including some weekend work on a rotational basis.
What We're Looking For:
- Proven experience in a catering environment.
- Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.
- A proactive and positive attitude.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including early and late shifts and some weekends.
- Experience in supervising or leading a small team is desirable.
Essential Requirements:
- A Food Hygiene and Allergen Certificate (we can support you in obtaining this).
- A successful Enhanced DBS check (if you are on the DBS update service this is a bonus).
What's On Offer:
- Salary 27,500 - 28,000
- Free Parking on site
- Free on-site gym
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Opportunity to work in a prestigious educational setting.
- Supportive and friendly team environment.
- Opportunity for career development.
- 5 day working week - Rotating weekends off.
If you are a motivated and reliable catering professional looking for your next challenge, or if you have a strong catering background or you are looking to return to work, we want to hear from you!
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Job ID: (phone number removed) INDCATERING
Job Title: Senior General Assistant
Location: Oxford
Consultant: Beckie
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
