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Hours: 7:00am-14:30pm, Monday to Friday. Based at Taylor House and West Warehouse.
Job Requirements
We are seeking a Hospitality Assistant to join the John Lewis Partnership team.
This role involves working within a busy Catering team to uphold high standards in service, presentation, operation, and food hygiene.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for food service and be motivated to meet sales and cost targets.
Key Responsibilities Including but not limited to
* Receive and distribute food stock as required.
* Lift and carry food products safely.
* Manage stock rotation and storage.
* Dispose of waste responsibly, considering health, safety, and environmental impacts.
* Assist in basic food preparation.
* Manage waste, recycling, and cleaning tasks in the kitchen.
* Wash pots, pans, and utensils.
* Support chefs in maintaining cleanliness and organization.
* Provide excellent customer service and promote products.
* Act as a brand ambassador by delivering outstanding customer experiences.
* Monitor and reduce wastage through proper ordering and record keeping.
* Ensure counters and coffee stations are replenished and presented well.
* Address customer queries and complaints promptly.
* Comply with catering policies, legislation, and health and safety regulations.
* Maintain accurate due diligence checks and records.
* Ensure vending machines are replenished and functioning properly.
* Maintain food safety standards.
Essential Skills Needed
* Food Safety Level 2 (or willingness to undertake training)
* Operational experience in PDRs, canteens, or hospitality
* Ability to use initiative effectively
Desirable Skills
* Food Safety Level 3
Benefits of the Partnership and the Role
* Full-time employment with 22 days holiday plus public and bank holidays
* Good work-life balance, flexible working, and parental leave policies
* Defined contribution pension scheme with employer matching
* Partnership store and online discounts after probation
* Cycle to work scheme
* Opportunity to explore exclusive hotels after three months
* Additional benefits detailed on our website
Next Steps
* Complete the application form, including CV upload and questions. Refresh the page after each task.
* Successful candidates may be invited to a first-stage interview.
* Support for adjustments during recruitment is available; inform us if needed.
* We recommend applying early as vacancies may close early if high volume of applications is received.
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Pay: £11.75/hour
Scheduled weekly hours: 37.5
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