Food Service Assistant X2 at Council for Geoscience (CGS)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with food preparation as prescribed by the daily menu.
• Cleaning and housekeeping of the canteen and food preparation area, including machinery and equipment’s.
• Ensure daily compliance with health and safety policies and regulations in performance of duties.
• Delivery of internal catering around the organisation by means of a trolley, tray and/or delivery vehicle, setting out deliveries as requested by the client.
• Ensure collection of equipment after the event.
• Assistant to portion and present food; prepare the counter/trolley/take away area etc. for food service; to serve and clear the counter and liaise with customers and associated items.
• Ensure dishwashing or handwashing crockery, cutlery and associated tableware.
• Make use of use linen on tables, sideboards, trolleys, trays and salvers; to handle soiled and incoming linen; to store linen.
• Maintain a first-class level of customer service ensuring that all customers are treated efficiently and in an appropriate manner.
• Attend training courses as identified and agreed for appropriate development.

Knowledge and Experience

• 1 year experience in food services and/or catering environment
• Knowledge of food service processes
• Understanding of proper use of major kitchen equipment
• Commitment to quality service and food knowledge
• Knowledge of hygiene and safety standards
• Understanding and knowledge of food safety law
• Computer skills including Ms Office suite particularly Word & Excel.

BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Excellent customer care
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12
• Basic Food Hygiene preparation certificate will be an added advantage