Storekeeper and Hospitality Assistant. Job in Bosham Education & Training Jobs

Chichester College Group has an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Storekeeper and Hospitality Assistant based in Chichester on a part time, permanent basis working 18.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year. In return, you will receive a competitive salary pro rata £24,598 - £24,695 per annum (i.e. £10,690.67 - £10,732.83).

Do you have experience in commercial catering, and are looking for that ideal part time, term time role that enables you to assist in shaping the next generation of Hospitality industry professionals? Chichester College is recruiting a Storekeeper & Hospitality Assistant to join our fantastic team. You will support the team with the smooth running of the catering facilities and assist with the teaching and learning to students by organising the availability of food and beverages for use during classes. You will also maintain a high standard of safety and assist in ensuring that food, hygiene and safety regulations are adhered to.

Our student training restaurants are open to the public, with Café 19 which offers breakfasts, homemade soup, freshly baked cakes and pastries and more, and the fully licensed 64 Restaurant and Bar which offers a seasonal a la carte menu.

Key Responsibilities of our Storekeeper and Hospitality Assistant:

• Co-ordinating the daily and weekly orders of food and drink supplies for the area.
• Communicating effectively with suppliers and negotiate best price.
• Receiving, checking and storing all deliveries against pre-set criteria.
• Entering all deliveries onto the Kitman system and to keep the system up to date.
• Providing an effective and hygienic stores service, meeting legislative requirements.
• Issuing and delivering all food and drink to all kitchens and restaurants.
• Ensuring full stock rotation and process stock returns.
• Handling small quantities of cash and ensure the security of the stores.
• Interpreting data on pricing and new products and investigate issues regarding food wastage and over-use.
• Undertaking stock audits and full stock takes, providing a monetary value of the stock twice yearly.

Our ideal Storekeeper and Hospitality Assistant should have the following skills and experience:

• Level 2 (or equivalent) cookery related qualification
• Level 2 (or equivalent) Food Safety
• Previous experience in a commercial catering operation
• Knowledge of Health and Safety
• The ability to communicate to a diverse range of people at all levels, verbally and in writing

Our Staff Benefits:

• Local Government Pension Scheme - the Group contributes 20.4% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 28 days in line with continuous service plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement (paid as part of the salary for Term-Time-Only roles) and a wellbeing day. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes - including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies - including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities - including development days, funded apprenticeships and access to a range of other courses and activities.

Closing date: 12 June 2025

Interview date: 24 June 2025

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The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. We are an equal opportunities employer.