Catering Assistant (Weekends)
National Star is looking for an enthusiastic and efficient Catering Assistant to join our team at our Ullenwood site on the outskirts of Cheltenham to provide a full catering service to students, staff and visitors.
Job details
Salary
£10.55 per hour week days / £13.19 per hour weekends
Role type
Part Time
Hours of work
8
Location
Ullenwood
Contract type
Permanent
Contract
All year post
Closing date
25/09/2023
Interview date
Interviews will be held during the course of the advertisement - please apply early as the position may close if an appointment is made
Job description
National Star is looking for an enthusiastic and efficient Catering Assistant to join our team at our Ullenwood site on the outskirts of Cheltenham to provide a full catering service to students, staff and visitors.
You will work an 8 hour shift each Saturday or Sunday (typically 8 am – 4 pm or 10 am – 6 pm ) although you may be asked to work additional hours or different shifts according to the needs of our students. The rate of pay for weekend hours is £13.19 per hour – for additional shifts you may do during the week the rate of pay is £10.55 per hour.
Working as an important part of the team, you will perform various duties including some food preparation, serving food, keeping the equipment and work areas clean, assisting the chef with the smooth running of the area, cash handling.
A Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable, however this is not essential and full training will be provided.
Please note that as you will be working in an environment with vulnerable young adults, you will need to be a minimum of 18 years old to join us in this role. You will also need to be able to arrange your own transport to our site in Ullenwood as we are not on a public transport route.
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About us
National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,200 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.
How we will reward you
Our Golden Hello
It’s motivating to feel valued at work. That’s why all new staff will receive a ‘Golden Hello’ up to the value of £250 for full-time staff (pro-rata for part-time employees) upon successful completion of their probation.
Staff benefits
Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme - theory and practical
Staff minibus from Cheltenham and Gloucester to our Ullenwood site Monday to Friday.
Award-winning training
Use of fitness suite and swimming pool and staff clubs.
Westfield medical cover
Life insurance cover
Employee helpline
Contributory pension scheme
Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card
Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more