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Catering Assistant Job Description
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Accountable to: House Manager
JOB SUMMARY
As a member of the Catering Team, contribute to the provision of a quality service to meet
standards in line with agreed procedures and provide a warm welcome to visitors, so that the
reputation of Gilbert White’s House catering function is maintained and enhanced.
KEY RESULT AREAS
1. Personal Hygiene & Appearance
Observe good personal hygiene at all times, as detailed within our Food Hygiene Policy,
and be of well-groomed appearance at all times.
Familiarise yourself with the Food Hygiene Manual and follow the standards stipulated.
Wear enclosed, minimal make-up and jewellery, non-slip, clean black shoes & clean
clothing as per current dress-code.
Use the lockers and pegs provided for outer clothing and personal items.
Wear minimal make-up, fragrance and jewellery.
Long hair to be tied back or worn up.
Report any illness or symptoms of food poisoning or food-borne disease immediately
to the Duty Manager to safeguard the health of others.
Ensure any cuts / broken skin are covered with blue, waterproof dressings.
Ensure thorough and frequent hand-washing as detailed in the Food Hygiene Manual.
Remove your uniform apron in the kitchen before using the toilet accommodation.
2. Food Preparation & Kitchen Operations
Undertake all tasks as trained and directed so that high standards of food hygiene and
health and safety are met.
Produce and prepare food to comply with the menu in accordance with the food
hygiene standards identified within our Food Hygiene Policy. This will include all hot
and cold food, drinks for the Tea Parlour plus any packed lunches, group catering and
event catering as required.
Assist in preparing food for functions and events.
Check food deliveries as required.
Ensure all stock is stored appropriately and used in rotation.
Assist with stock taking as required & prepare ‘shopping lists’ as necessary.
General kitchen cleaning to follow cleaning schedule.
Washing up, manually and by machine.
3. Tearoom & Function Rooms
Ensure the Tearoom and any Function Rooms in use are presented to high standards so
that customers enjoy a comfortable and welcoming environment.
All areas are clean and tidy