Catering Assistant



We are currently recruiting for Catering Assistants to work on a casual basis in our reataurant, Meadow Croft Kitchen. We are keen to receive applications from candidates who are available to work mid-week hours, with some weekend working when required. These positions are likely to be for part-time hours to support the team during the busy lunch period and would suit applicants looking for school hours. Shift patterns and hours of work will vary and will be discussed at interview.

Casual – Part-time (to include some weekend work).

Main Responsibilities:

• Undertaking front of house, waiting on tables and kitchen duties.

• Delivering exceptional customer service at all times.

• Greeting and serving customers, taking orders and operating tills.

• Understanding of menus, ingredients and allergens, and consulting with cooks, supervisors and Restaurant Manager as required.

• Running food, food preparation and simple cooking.

• Serving of drinks and meals, ensuring correct portion control.

• Serving of hot beverages, including high quality coffees (where trained).

• Maintaining products and fixtures to keep them in pristine condition.

• Undertaking kitchen porter duties including washing up, cleaning the kitchen, washing kitchen appliances, work surfaces, floors and walls.

• Maintaining an understanding and knowledge of health and hygiene practices, equipment, product and menus.

• Receiving and processing deliveries.

• Supporting in our retail catering outlets such as The 10th Hole if required.

• To support colleagues at peak times and to undertake any operational duty which might be reasonably required, to ensure customer expectations are met.

 

General Duties:

• Ensure that health and safety regulations are observed at all times.

• Promote the image of W. D. Smith & Son and encourage team working across the business.

• Ensure professionalism and confidentiality are maintained at all times.

• Attend relevant training and take responsibility for own development.

 

To apply, or for more information about the role, please email [email protected]. Applications must include a CV together with a covering letter, detailing why you feel you are the right candidate for the position. In line with GDPR and our Job Application Privacy Notice, please do not apply through Facebook or any other social media platform.

Please note that we will be interviewing as and when we receive suitable applications, so there is no set closing date for this position. Early applications are encouraged.

 


Catering Assistant

Meadow Croft's German Market is open every day until 23rd December.

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Meadow Croft's Late Nights are now on every Wednesday and Thursday until 12th December. Featuring live performances from Rayleigh Brass, you can do some late-night shopping at both the German Market and the Garden Centre, then stop by the Market Tavern for a drink and a bite to eat
It's day 1 of our Advent Special Offers:
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Make a day out when picking your tree and have a game of Bavarian Curling, grab a bratwurst and wander round our German Market.
We'd love to see a picture of your tree once decorated too!

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