Job Description

Job Purpose:

Gordonstoun School is renowned for its hospitality, providing a wide range of international and national dishes on a daily basis to the Gordonstoun students and staff. Our Catering Assistants also support our talented team of chefs in providing fine dining, for events and visits from distinguished and often high-profile guests. The food we prepare has great variety and delivers the nutritional value for adventurous experiences, whether that is a trip to the Cairngorms or sailing a yacht to the Artic. This would be an ideal role for someone who is looking to test out a potential career in the industry, with the added bonus of learning new skills, a continuing development of international cuisine and being part of an exciting future here at Gordonstoun.

Responsibilities of all members of staff:

Comply with Gordonstoun's policies and procedures on Child Protection and Health and Safety. Contribute in a positive way to the ethos of the school in line with Gordonstoun's values: Safe; Positive; Improving. Carry out any other task as required from time to time in order to support the School.

Major responsibilities of the role:

Will include working in the following areas as per your rota (90% of working time)

Crockery Store Dry food Stores Expedition Stores Fridges and Freezer
The Role involves Function work within and out with the Refectory - organising & transportation of furniture and equipment, setting up, serving and carrying out recovery (9-10).

Completing cook safe documentation (up to 1%).

A General Stores Assistant plays a vital role in maintaining the efficiency and organisation of the stores area. Their responsibilities include ensuring the stores are kept clean, tidy, and well-organised at all times, with a strong focus on stock rotation to maintain freshness and reduce waste. They liaise regularly with the Deputy Manager to monitor inventory levels and place timely orders to ensure stock availability. The assistant is also responsible for preparing and setting aside function crockery as required, ensuring it is clean and ready for use. Additionally, they oversee the preparation of packed meals, making sure all components are correctly assembled and ready for distribution. This role requires attention to detail, good communication skills, and a proactive approach to supporting the wider catering team.

Apply now!

Email: recruitment@gordonstoun.org.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 23,810.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/09/2025