Food Service Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Food Service Associate to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing excellent customer service while assisting in the preparation and serving of food and beverages. Your contribution will ensure a positive dining experience for our customers, making it essential to maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the food service area.,

• Prepare and serve food items according to correct portion sizes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen porter and dining areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist customers with their orders, providing information about menu items and accommodating dietary restrictions as needed.
• Operate service equipment correctly and safely: dishwashers, panini machine, toaster, coffee machine etc.
• Monitorλεύ inventory levels of food supplies and report shortages to management.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations during busy periods.
• Greet customers warmly and create a welcoming atmosphere.
• Serve food and beverages promptly, afstand a high level of attention to detail.
• Utilise the point‑of‑sale system to process orders accurately.
• Handle cash, credit card transactions, adhering to cash handling procedures.
• Set up tables, chairs and other dining areas before opening and arrange them appropriately.
• Clean and sanitise tables, counters and service areas regularly.
• Ensure the cafe's cleanliness and tidiness by sweeping, mopping and taking out rubbish.
• Monitor and restock condiments, napkins, cutlery and other supplies as needed.
• Work closely with the kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate food delivery.
• Be aware of COSHH regulations and use appropriate protective equipment when using chemicals.
• Adhere to dress code policies.
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations to maintain a safe environment.
• Follow proper hand hygiene procedures and maintain personal cleanliness at all times.
• Ensure the caf is compliant with health and safety standards at all times.

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don't meet all requirements, we'd like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Baxter Storey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aims for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to 'set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality'.

A flexible approach is also needed to meet the needs of the business with the expectation to work additional hours to cover other staff holidays when needed. Do you have a passion for providing genuine hospitality and impeccable service? Are you a collaborative team player? Are you friendly, professional and efficient? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At Baxter Storey, we believe that every interaction is an opportunity to create a lasting impression, that's why we're looking for a General Assistant who strives to exceed expectations at every turn.

As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments. We believe that it is our people that set us apart, that's why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity.

We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role,…