Job Description

Description

Department and Job Purpose

Working as part of a busy team, the Commis Chef will be required to assist the kitchen team with food preparation, producing food to a high standard from servery-style food for students and staff to fine dining for senior members of college and private dinners. To maintain the cleanliness of the Kitchen and all store areas in line with College guidelines.

The person appointed to this role must have a willingness to learn, be a team player and have a positive can-do attitude.

To assist in the preparation, presentation and service of food at the required times, observing the College standards of quality and portion control. To assist with the receiving, checking and storing of supplies. By avoidance of wastage and over production, to assist in ensuring that food costs do not exceed the approved budget.

Infrequent Duties:

To assist with special functions which may sometimes require work outside normal working hours. To report any unfit food or defects in the equipment or premises. To take part in any training sessions or meetings which may be organised.

Additional Responsibilities:

To ensure that College and statutory regulations in relation to health, safety and hygiene are complied with in all tasks undertaken. To maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance, including the wearing of protective clothing provided by the College. To keep all working areas and equipment for which you are responsible in a clean and hygienic condition, especially at the end of the day.

General Duties

To participate in training and development required by the College. To be willing and prepared to undertake any other duties as directed by the Head Chef or Head of Food and Beverages. To be vigilant and take responsibility for ensuring the Kitchen and College property and equipment is kept safe at all times. To ensure all personal data relating to individuals is kept confidential in accordance with College policies and relevant data protection regulations.
The above duties are not exhaustive.

Person Specification & Criteria

Essential:

Minimum of Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Adequate knowledge of English to ensure an understanding of spoken and written instructions and ability to communicate with customers. Good communication skills in order to be able to deal with any queries. A basic knowledge of stock control. Able to work flexibly during Conferences and for other occasional functions.

Desirable:

Minimum of NVQ Level 1 and 2 or equivalent Some prior experience of working in a College environment. Able to work without direct supervision.

Terms & Conditions of Employment

Appointment:

This is a permanent full-time post and there will be an initial probationary period of six months. The appointment will be conditional on verification of the successful candidate's 'Right to Work' checks and subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and medical clearance through the University's Occupational Health Services.

Salary:

College salary scale, Grade 2, currently 28,152 pa (12.89 per hour)

Hours of Working:

42 hours per week on a shift system (7am-3pm and 11.30am - 8.30pm), with a 30-minute paid break, working two weekends per month on split shifts, and ideally the same day off each week if rota permits. A willingness and ability to adopt a flexible approach to working hours and duties is necessary.

The post holder will be required to work the hours necessary to fulfil the job requirements and subject to operational needs. A willingness and ability to adopt a flexible approach to working hours and duties is essential according to the requirements of the College.

Other Information:

No smoking is allowed on any of the College sites.

About Brasenose College

Benefits:

Pension - Eligibility to Brasenose College's pension schemes. Dependent on role, this may be NEST, OSPS (Oxford Staff Pension Scheme) or USS (University Superannuation Scheme). The successful candidate will be entered into this scheme automatically on joining, but on-going membership of the scheme is optional. Salary Exchange Scheme - Staff who are eligible for OSPS or USS, and who join our pension scheme will be enrolled into the Salary Exchange Pension Contributions Scheme on or around three months after joining Brasenose. This scheme is financially advantageous both to the employee, and the College as the employer. Annual leave - The paid holiday entitlement for an equivalent full-time contract for a year is six working weeks (30 days) of annual leave (5 days to be taken over Christmas break when College is closed) plus 8 Statutory Bank Holidays. Annual leave shall be taken at mutually convenient times agreed in advance with the Department Manager. The holiday year begins on 1 January and ends 31 December. For part years of service the entitlement will be calculated as 1/12th of the annual entitlement for each completed month. Meals - Employees are entitled to take lunch free of charge in Hall when the kitchen is open. Welfare Support - Employee Assistance Programme; a free confidential telephone helpline and online medical guidance. Free annual flu jab. Travel Pass Loan - a discounted travel scheme is available with monthly deductions from salary. Cycle to Work Scheme/Bike Loan - monthly deductions from salary. Sports Facilities - access to the University Sports club. University Card - for discounts in shops, cafes and restaurants and University leisure facilities.

Recruitment Monitoring:

This post is subject to recruitment monitoring to ensure that the selection process is consistent with the law and the College's Equal Opportunity Policy and Code of Practice. You are asked to complete the Recruitment Monitoring Form which is completed through the online application process. The information supplied on the form will play no part in the selection process and will not be seen by any members of the shortlisting panel.

Data Protection:

All data supplied by applicants will be used only for the purposes of determining their suitability for the post and will be held in accordance with the principles of the General Data Protection Act 2018. In accordance with the GDPR regulations 2018 please see the relevant privacy notice on the website.

https://www.bnc.ox.ac.uk/downloads/GDPR/PrivacyNotice_AcademicandNonAcademicStaffApplicant.pdf



Brasenose College is an equal opportunities employer.

About Us:

Founded in 1509 and located centrally in beautiful Radcliffe Square, Brasenose College stands as a distinguished institution at the heart of Oxford's rich academic history. Over the centuries, we have evolved into a beacon of intellectual prowess, consistently upholding a tradition of academic excellence. Brasenose College boasts a vibrant community of students and alumni, creating a network that stretches far beyond the halls of the College. Our influence resonates globally, with scholars and professionals alike contributing to various fields around the world.



We are a medium sized college with around 370 undergraduates, 210 graduate students and 130 support staff. Outside of the three 10-week terms, during Easter and summer, the College is exceptionally busy hosting international conferences and Bed and Breakfast guests.