General Assistant - London
General Assistant Monday - Friday 13.15 per hour
A new opportunity has arisen for a General Assistant to join Restaurant Associates. We are looking for new members to join our highly dedicated team.As a General Assistant you would provide a warm and welcoming environment for our customers
We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:To help with the cost of living crisis, Compass will be providing a free meal or equivalent Subsidy while workingExclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many moreSave money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many moreQuick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefitsUp to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbusterRegular emails filled with the best discounts and savings availableReceive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brandsUn-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classesYou can share all discounts and offers with your friends and familiesContributory pension schemeGrow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
Key Responsibilities
1. To make sure you are aware of, and meet the legal and Company requirements for fire, safety, health and hygiene
2. To report health and safety
3. To assist in all food production areas with basic food preparation
4. Ensure that the correct service equipment and menu accompaniments are available prior to service.
5. To serve customers with hot and cold food and beverages during service times
6. Inform Chef/manager in advance of any menu shortages in order to ensure a quick and efficient service and to keep queues to a minimum.
7. To ensure all displays, counters and seating areas comply with company and statutory health and hygiene requirements
8. To assist in the preparation of hospitality as required
9. To assist with deliveries - Storing, rotating, stock taking, temperature checks
10. To clean all work areas during and after use and remove all waste to the appropriate area
11. When involved in till duties be aware of daily menu content and any changes in the tariff.
12. To receive stock, store and check for quality and quantity; ensuring that all stock is dated and rotated and that all areas are fully stocked.
13. Assist in the kitchen and pot wash area when necessary.
14. Be prepared to assist colleagues in a willing and positive manner including assisting with other duties as required
15. To adhere to cash handling procedures, where applicable
16. To acquire a good knowledge of all products in order to be able to advise individual customers on their product choice
Who you are:Awareness of food & hygiene standardsPassionate about care, with the ability to communicate effectivelyAble to work under pressure, individually and as part of a team with a flexible approach to meet the needs of the business.Confident working in a care home environmentIt doesn't matter if you've never worked as a General Assistant before. What does matter to us the most, is taking pride in what you do and a willingness to learn and go the extra mile for our residentsCompass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone's talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!