Wilson Vale
General Assistant
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We are currently recruiting for a General Assistant to join our team at one of our independent schools in Wakefield WF2 0PD.
Please note this is a term-time only position. You'll work 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 12pm until 3pm.
About Us
Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools and at conference venues with the same high-end ethos throughout.
Role Overview
Working as part of the catering team, you will support the Chef and Chef Manager with food preparation and the smooth running of the kitchen and front of house. You’ll help deliver fresh, high quality food for pupils and staff, with breakfast, tuck shop, events and sports catering also provided.
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Key Responsibilities
- Supporting with food preparation and service
- Serving customers and providing friendly, professional customer service
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation across the kitchen and front of house
- Cleaning and maintaining crockery, cutlery, equipment and work areas
- Following food hygiene, health and safety, stock rotation and food storage procedures
- Taking food and equipment temperatures and completing records where required
- Assisting with cash handling in line with company procedures
- Reporting customer feedback, complaints and any incidents to the Manager
- Supporting the wider team with other reasonable duties, including holiday and sickness cover
- Completing all required training and following company policies and procedures
Wilson Vale Perks
- Our working hours are some of the best you'll find in catering - we are strong believers in work-life balance
- Our working environment is fun and inspiring, with excellent career development opportunities
- Craft Works - Free craft-focused career development training programme
- Paid training bespoke to you
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - your wellbeing is very important to us
- Online employee benefits scheme - monetary savings on everyday items!
- Your Birthday off every year after 1 years’ service.
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
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Equal Opportunities
Wilson Vale is an equal opportunities employer that strives to create an inclusive working environment for all. We are committed to supporting our people and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. From each and every person in our catering teams, to our operations and central support teams - everyone has a voice.
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