Company Description

General AssistantLocation:

Brentwood School, Middleton Hall Lane, Brentwood CM15 8EERate of pay:

£12.50phHours:

20 - 30 hours per week with paid overtime for evening functions as and when required (5 out of 7 days)Weeks:

Term Time only (175 Days)Benefits:28 days holiday3 volunteering days3 days grandparent leave24 weeks enhanced maternity leaveBespoke training and development opportunitiesPension and life insuranceDiscounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays and cinemaWellbeing hubAccess to employee assistance programmeFree meals whilst at workCareer development opportunitiesHIT Apprenticeships for all experience levelsBrentwood School

is one of the leading Independent schools in the UK with excellent facilities, catering for 1500 pupils and 300 staff/teachers daily in our Senior School and 700 pupils and staff in our Prep School.We currently have an exciting opportunity for 2 General Assistants to join the prestigious team at

Brentwood School . We are looking for two engaging, fun, flexible, and approachable team members to help manage the various locations.

Job Description

Provide friendly and efficient service to students, staff, and visitors in the schoolPrepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages, light snacks, and pre-prepared foodsMaintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in all areas of the café, including counters, seating, and equipmentRestock supplies and ensure displays are well-presented and invitingAssist with general kitchen duties, including basic food prep and cleaningEnsure compliance with food safety and health regulations at all timesProvide excellent customer service, fostering a welcoming atmosphere in the caféSupport occasional school events or functions as requiredAssist with setting up and serving meals to pupils and staffHelping with deliveries and storingSupport hospitality events as required

Qualifications

Previous experience in a catering or cleaning environment (desirable but not essential)Basic understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety practicesLevel 1 Food Hygiene Certificate (can be provided during training)Good communication and teamwork skillsAbility to work efficiently and follow instructionsReliable, punctual, and professional in appearance and attitudePositive, can-do approach to workPhysically able to be on your feet for extended periods and carry out manual tasksWillingness to learn and adapt to a busy school environment

Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is one of the UKs 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 young people

and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe

involve

regulated activity

.

It

is

a criminal

offence

for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles

.

An

Enhanced

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including

a Barred List check

will be required

for all successful applicants.

Shortlisted

applicants

will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.IND1

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