Catering Assistant

Overview

Job Purpose:

To assist in the hygienic preparation, delivery and/or serving of meals and ensuring the kitchen and equipment is cleaned to a high standard.

• Provide daily cleaning of kitchen surfaces, floors, equipment and appliances to ensure the cleanliness of the working environment, so that meals can be prepared in accordance with acceptable standards of hygiene.
• Serve meals to pupils in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Help set up the dining hall or serving area before lunchtime.
• Ensure food is presented and served according to portion and nutrition guidelines.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment using appropriate cleaning methods.
• Clear tables and tidy the dining hall during and after meal service.
• Assist with the preparation, delivery and/or serving of food to enable the Cook to prepare and serve meals on time.
• Assist with the receipt and storage of groceries and stock control.
• Monitor fridge stock rotation to enable standards of hygiene to be maintained (where applicable).
• Attend training courses as required and assist in the training of other premises support staff as directed.
• Comply with Health & Safety, Fire Regulations and other County policies