Overview
Job Title: Catering Assistant
Salary: £16,882 pro rata (FTE £24,250)
Location: Huddersfield
Hours and Weeks per Year: 30 hours / 38 weeks
At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors. Both roles are based at one of the sites in Huddersfield. You will support and work with the Catering Supervisor to provide students and staff with a high standard of quality food with a varied menu, healthy options, and inclusive of dietary requirements, ensuring value for money.
We are a successful college continually striving to improve. You will be part of our story and contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another.
Responsibilities
* Work as part of a team and place orders directly or through stores.
* Receipt of deliveries, including temperature checks; management of stock.
* Prepare, cook, present and serve food and drinks; ensure sufficient variety and quality in accordance with menus.
* Keep the kitchen and refectory clean, hygienic and presentable.
* Handle cash and use a till; adhere to Health & Safety regulations.
* Provide excellent customer service; communicate effectively with students and staff; demonstrate the college values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence.
* Show commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Current Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate (essential).
* Demonstrable experience of working in a kitchen with a customer-focused catering role.
* Enhanced DBS required for all employees at the college.
Development and Benefits
* Staff development opportunities including mentoring, financial contributions for external qualifications, and skills development for current and aspiring managers.
* Access to staff benefits including employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts, and reduced Metro travel.
Other Information
* We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a high volume of suitable applications is received.
* Closing Date: 28.09.2025 (11:59pm). Proposed interview date: to be confirmed.
* To apply, download and complete the Kirklees College Application Form and attach it as your application. If you have queries, contact hrenquiry@kirkleescollege.ac.uk.
* Equality, Diversity and Inclusion statement: we welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to flexible working and wellbeing. Pre-employment checks including DBS, online searches and references apply.
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