Assistant Chef/Catering Supervisor

The Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers is one of the UK’s largest trade unions.

A vacancy exists for an Assistant Chef/Catering Supervisor based at the Union’s Head Office.

What we Offer:

• 34 hours week
• Defined contribution pension.
• Generous holiday entitlement - 24 days rising to 32 days plus bank and customary holidays (pro-rata to commencing month in holiday year and number of days a week worked).
• Free onsite parking, subject to availability.
• Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to passing probation and length of contract).
• Season Ticket Loan (subject to length of contract).
• Free health assessments (post probation).

The principal duties are: to deputise for the Chef in their absence providing supervision for the Catering Assistants; to assist in the provision of a quality catering service to staff and visitors; to work as part of a team and assist in the preparation of a varied menu of hot and cold meals on a daily basis.

The successful applicant will possess: the ability to communicate effectively; the ability to supervise staff; an awareness of relevant health and safety legislation with regard to safety, hygiene, and food preparation; knowledge of food storage and use of chemicals; experience of operating a card payment system; experience in a catering facility.

An application pack can be downloaded from here by clicking on the 'apply’ button.

The closing date is noon on Friday, 10 May 2024.

Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday, 22 May 2024.

CVs are not accepted. No agencies please.

Usdaw is an Equal Opportunities Employer.