Job Title: Catering Assistant
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £28,860 (pro rata) per annum
Working Hours: Part time 20 hours per week
Working Pattern: 20 hours spread over 5 days on a rota which will include weekends
Location: Protheroe House, Haringey
If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please ensure you attach a current CV and covering letter. At Riverside we recruit to potential not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the essential criteria on the job description.
Please note that whilst we will accept applications on the basis of any form of valid legal permission to work in the UK, we will be surrendering the Riverside Sponsorship licence, so for the avoidance of doubt, we are unable to apply for any further sponsorships whether on behalf of existing colleagues or candidates.
The difference you will make as a Catering Assistant
You will improve the quality of life of our customers, building confidence and skills to allow them to live independently while playing an active role in their communities. We are looking for passionate, experienced and community spirited Catering Assistants to help make a difference with our vulnerable customers. You will be part of a catering team required in the front and back of house and providing catering to Prothero House.
About you
We are looking for someone with:
• Experience of working in a busy kitchen environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and make quick decisions
Why Riverside?
At Riverside, we’re a housing association with a difference – enhancing the everyday for all our customers. For 90 years, we’ve been revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing the homes they need to live full, fulfilling and rewarding lives.
We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK. Our work ranges from homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living, and we need the best people on board to help us.
Working with us, you’ll enjoy:
• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Investment in your learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits
Diversity and Inclusion at Riverside:
We are inclusive. At Riverside, we value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Our commitment to inclusivity drives our success and enriches the lives of our customers and colleagues
Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer and operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for any applicant who declares they have a disability. If the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the role (as set out in the role profile and/or person specification) they will be guaranteed an interview.
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
Role profile
Food Service
• Supervise and provide a breakfast and evening meal service to up to 95 vulnerable customers including :
- Preparation of continental breakfast and pre prepared evening meals.
- Regenerating, displaying and serving of food and beverages.
- Undertaking dining room duties including the setting up and clearing away of the dining and conferencing areas.
- Ensuring a positive, friendly and welcoming environment for Arlington’s customers.
- Presentation and setting out of food and refreshments for conferencing events.
Health and Safety
• Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards are met in the kitchen and dining areas including:
• Make sure that chemicals / equipment are used correctly and safety procedures adhered to at all times.
• Wash up after meals, ensuring all crockery and equipment is cleaned and stored appropriately, and that the overall cleaning of the kitchen area (and, where appropriate, the dining areas) is carried out effectively.
• Assist with the checking and recording of equipment and food temperatures as directed.
• Report immediately to the Manager, or Person in Charge, any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a customer, colleague, self or another.
• Understand and ensure the implementation of Health and Safety, Infection Control and Hygiene policies, and Emergency and Fire procedures.
• Report to the Manager, or facilities team, any faulty appliances, damaged furniture, equipment or any potential hazard.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential:
• Experience of working in a busy kitchen environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and make quick decisions
• High standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Experience of providing excellent customer service
Desirable:
• Experience of working in a hostel, care home or school environment.
• Experience of conference catering and food presentation.