Service Attendant (Tea) - Brackenfell at Shoprite Group of Companies

Purpose of the Job    

As a Refreshment Service Attendant, you are responsible for delivering a professional refreshment service consisting of predominantly hot and cold beverages and from time to time other food service and support may be required. The role serves refreshments throughout the day, as well as during ad-hoc events such as conferences, learning and development training sessions, workshops etc. Core to this role is ensuring that refreshments are prepared and delivered in accordance with hygiene standards and that cleanliness is maintained through the day. The team will look to you for the overall functioning of the kitchen. 

Job Objectives    

• Prepare refreshments for visitors and office staff within the allocated team / building environment.. 
• Clear, collect and wash used crockery and cutlery throughout the day, ensuring that the kitchen remains clean and hygienic at all times. 
• Assist in setting up boardrooms with cups, glasses, plates, water, tea, coffee etc. as required. 
• Serve tea and lunchtime refreshments promptly as required (i.e. for ad-hoc events such as conferences, learning and development training sessions, workshops etc).  
• Dispose of left-over refreshments, particularly food, hygienically. 
• Monitor the stock of tea, coffee, sugar, milk, etc., and inform the relevant stakeholder(s) of any shortages. 
• Adhere to general hygiene practices, and report any unsafe acts or conditions. 

Qualifications    

• Grade 12 - (essential) 

Experience    

• Relevant experience in a similar role - (essential) 
• Exposure to maintaining an office based kitchen and managing refreshment stock levels - (preferred) 

Knowledge and Skills    

• Proficient in preparing and serving hot beverages (i.e. tea and coffee) - (essential) 
• Knowledge and understanding of general hygiene practices - (preferred)