Pertemps are currently recruiting for a School Kitchen Assistant based in Edinburgh West to support a busy public sector client

Location - Edinburgh West
Hours - Mon-Fri 16-18 hours per week
Rate of pay - £12.69 per hour (rate increase £13.20 - end of Aug)
Temporary ongoing
Immediate Start

Successful 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 usersSetting up the dining room and service area.Serving meals and having an awareness of portion controlCleaning of kitchen, dining and service areas.Cash handling and the use of tills and card readersUse of catering equipment (training will be provided)Compliance with regulations, policies, proceduresDaily 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 skillsBasic 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 appearanceFlexible, 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 £59
If you are interested in this role, please respond directly to this advert