Kitchen Assistant

Pertemps Scotland

Posted 3 days ago, valid for 4 days

London, Greater London EC2V7NQ, England

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

Pertemps is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in Edinburgh West to support a busy public sector client.
The role requires 16-18 hours of work per week from Monday to Friday, with a pay rate of £12.69 per hour.
Candidates should possess excellent customer service skills and a basic knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety.
The position involves basic food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.
A PVG Certificate is required for safeguarding purposes, costing £59 for new applicants.

Pertemps are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant based in Edinburgh West to support a busy public sector clientLocation – Edinburgh WestHours – Mon-Fri 16-18 hours per weekRate of pay - £12.69 per hourTemporary ongoingImmediate StartSuccessful candidates will play a vital role in delivering high quality catering services to Education facilities. Working as part of a team, to deliver a range of meals, basic food preparation and great customer care.Duties to include:

Basic preparation and cooking of food and beverages in accordance with a service specification.
Customer service – Interaction with employees and service users
Setting up the dining room and service area.
Serving meals and having an awareness of portion control
Cleaning of kitchen, dining and service areas.
Cash handling and the use of tills and card readers
Use of catering equipment (training will be provided)
Compliance with regulations, policies, procedures
Daily manual handling including transportation of meal containers.
Handling and safe use of chemicals and equipment, following safe systems of work.
Working without direct supervision and may involve lone working.

Successful candidates will have:

Excellent customer service skills
Basic knowledge of food hygiene and health and safety.
Ability to work on your own or as part of a team.
Good communication skills and a ‘can do’ attitude.
Well-presented and good appearance
Flexible, adaptable and the ability to work under pressure or to tight timescales.
Demonstrate ability to self-motivate and manage own time

PVG Certificate: Required for safeguarding purposes. For new applicants this will cost you £59If you are interested in this role, please respond directly to this advert

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