At a Glance
- Tasks: Help keep the kitchen clean and support food delivery in schools.
- Company: Join Cityserve, a Birmingham City Council catering service focused on healthy school meals.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive team environment with opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Flexible working options available; we welcome applicants with disabilities.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives by providing nutritious meals and excellent service.
- Qualifications: Previous kitchen experience and a passion for food and customer service.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
General Assistant Permanent Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Location: Christchurch CE Primary Claremont Rd Sparkbrook, Birmingham B11 1LF
About Us
Cityserve is a Birmingham City Council catering service for school meals providing fresh and nutritious food for school kitchens across the UK. Healthy eating is a continuous theme throughout all of our menus and we are committed to the wellbeing of pupils. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment, delivers excellent customer service and is able to motivate and support team members.
About the role
- Assist in keeping the kitchen clean & tidy
- Maintain a balanced diet and varied menus
- Be aware of the care users’ needs and dietary preferences
- You will work collaboratively with managers and supervisors to ensure the first-class delivery of food in schools kitchens both in and outside of performance times.
- Previous kitchen experience is essential to this role
About You:
- Passion about food and customer service
- Great team player
- Food Safety Level 2 certificate in date
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Allergy Awareness Certificate in date
- Experience in a similar environment
- High standards and quality drive
- A ‘can do’ attitude
Sponsorship is not available for this post. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK that does not require employer sponsorship for the duration of the appointment. Proof of right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non-UK applicants (excluding Ireland) may need to apply for a visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and may require a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council for a skilled worker visa (if the job is eligible).
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people. We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken. We are a disability confident employer and we encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. We also welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
General Assistant - Christchurch CE Primary employer: Birmingham City Council
Cityserve is an excellent employer that prioritises the wellbeing of its staff and the pupils they serve, offering a supportive work culture where teamwork and customer service are at the forefront. Located in Birmingham, this role provides opportunities for personal growth and development within a dynamic environment, alongside the chance to contribute to healthy eating initiatives in schools. With a commitment to inclusivity and flexible working options, Cityserve ensures that all employees feel valued and empowered in their roles.
