General Assiatant

Senior General Assistant - Prestigious Oxford Education Provider

Are you a dedicated and experienced catering professional looking for your next step? We're seeking a proactive and reliable Senior General Assistant to join a prestigious education provider in the heart of Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a unique and inspiring environment, supporting the delivery of high-quality catering services.

About the Role:

As a Senior General Assistant in Oxford, you will play a vital role in the smooth running of our client's catering operations. You'll be working 5 out of 7 days, with weekends off on a rotating basis, and will be responsible for a variety of tasks across both early and late shifts. You will also assist in supervising a small team.

What's On Offer:

• Salary £27,500 - £28,000
• Free Parking on site
• Free on-site gym
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Opportunity to work in a prestigious educational setting.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Opportunity for career development.
• 5 day working week - Rotating weekends off.
• Working pattern 7am -3pm or 12noon - 8pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the service of food to students and staff.
• Assisting with food preparation, ensuring high standards of presentation and quality.
• Performing general kitchen duties, including cleaning, washing up, and maintaining a tidy work environment.
• Ensuring adherence to food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Managing stock and supplies as required.
• Assisting in the supervision and training of junior staff.
• Providing excellent customer service to all students, staff, and visitors.
• Working a variety of early and late shifts, including some weekend work on a rotational basis.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in a catering environment.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.
• A proactive and positive attitude.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early and late shifts and some weekends.
• Experience in supervising or leading a small team is desirable.

Essential Requirements:

• A Food Hygiene and Allergen Certificate (we can support you in obtaining this).
• A successful Enhanced DBS check (if you are on the DBS update service this is a bonus).

If you are a motivated and reliable catering professional looking for your next challenge, or if you have a strong catering background or you are looking to return to work, we want to hear from you!

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Job ID: 932031 INDCATERING

Job Title: Senior General Assistant

Location: Oxford

Consultant: Beckie

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.