Kitchen Assistant
30 hours per week (13-week fixed term contract)
£4,742.20 per annum (full time equivalent £22,130.24 per annum)
Chelmsford campus
We’re recruiting a Chelmsford Kitchen Assistant on a temporary basis for the Students’ Union at ARU, to start as soon as possible. In this role you will assist in providing food to our customers within our fast-paced café, providing great customer service and creating a friendly, welcoming environment.
What you will be doing
• Assisting with day-to-day kitchen tasks including daily food preparation, and cooking food items.
• Providing outstanding customer service at all times and promoting the values of the Students’ Union
• To help create a friendly atmosphere within the Students’ Union space
• To help keep the kitchen clean and presentable at all times
• To report any maintenance issues, or health and hygiene concerns to line management as soon as possible
What we’re looking for
• Great attention to detail
• Experience of working in a fast-paced hospitality environment
• Customer focused with the ability to work with a range of people
Skills that will help you
• Ability to work independently and within a small team
• Excellent communication skills
Where will you be working
This role is based on the Chelmsford campus.
Why work for us?
We offer:
• Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 40 days per year, including Christmas closure and bank holidays)
• A contributory pension scheme
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Discount schemes
About ARU Students’ Union
ARU Students’ Union represents students at ARU across campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, Writtle and London. In addition, we provide a range of services; academic and welfare advice, support to students running societies and volunteering opportunities in and around the campuses. Whilst we play an important student representative role that sometimes sees us challenge the University, we work closely with them and support areas of delivery within their strategy.
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment, and we encourage applications from all members of the community.
How do I apply?
To apply for this role, you will be required to complete an online application form. If you require an alternative format for accessibility, please email us at recruitment@angliastudent.com.
For a full job description, please click here: https://arsu.mystaffsavvy.com/apply/position/kitchen-assistant-fixed-term-contract
We consider all applications received, even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements. Please don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.
The closing date for this position is: 5th February at 23:59.
In-person interviews will be held on Tuesday 11th and Thursday 13th February 2025 on the ARU Chelmsford campus.