Canteen Assistant

Role PurposeTo assist in the excellent customer service delivery and experience of the Canteen, promoting the food offering, whilst complying with relevant food safety and hygiene standards.Role RequirementsEfficiently and pleasantly take customer ordersProvide guidance and recommendations on products (how to cook, type of cuts etc)Process orders through till correctlyComplete general cleaning of the kitchen. Restock service and pre-prepared counters with products as requiredUndertake stock checks and rotations as requiredComplete opening and closing procedures of the canteenComplete and maintain hygiene standards and processes for service counters and food preparation areasUndertake food preparation duties as requiredEnsure all food preparation is carried out in accordance with food hygiene proceduresPrepare food to required standards checking for taste, presentation, and qualityMaintain relevant hygiene and food safety recordsMinimize product wastageAny other duties as required by management and within the competency of the post holderWorking hours: Monday to Friday 7am-2:30pmRequirementsCommitment to Company Values; Passion for food, Ambition, Responsibility and Teamwork Passion for Food at forefront of day-to-day performance Ambition to develop self to achieve personal and business goals Responsibility for positive contribution to business Team Work across all levels, departments and teams, willing to go the extra mileExperience in food-based customer serviceGood interpersonal, communication, and negotiating skills essentialCommitment to good practice and hygiene Manual handling ability and awarenessCommunicates well with multi-nationals on all levelsAbility to multitask and work under own initiative to deliver to deadlinesRelationship builderStrong team playerNumeracy skillsBenefits31 days annual leave per year (after probation)Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme - Need a little more time off? Purchase additional annual leaveCompany Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for the future with access to our company pension schemeDeath in Service Benefit - Eligible salaried employees are covered by our Death in Service benefit, providing financial support and peace of mind for your loved onesRefer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to join KepakFree On-Site Parking - Our site has dedicated staff parking, available free of charge for all colleaguesSubsidised On-Site Canteen - Enjoy a variety of freshly prepared hot meals and food options at reduced prices in our on-site canteenCycle to Work Scheme - Save money on a new bike and cycling equipment through our salary sacrifice schemeElectric Vehicle Scheme - Access an electric vehicle through our salary sacrifice schemeLong Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the loyalty, dedication and valuable contributions of our long-serving colleaguesDiscounted Gym Memberships - Support your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym membershipsTraining and Development - We are committed to helping you grow your career through structured onboarding, regular online and in-person training, and clear opportunities for career progressionMentoring and Leadership Development Programmes - Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, our mentoring and leadership development programmes are designed to help you reach your full potentialGroceryAid Employee Assistance Programme - Free and confidential emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues, including access to counselling, mental health support, legal guidance and a 24/7 confidential helplineFinancial Advice & Will Writing - Access free mortgage advice and a complimentary will writing service as part of your employee benefits package