Job Description

Kitchen Assistant - Day Shift

35 hours per week (36 weeks per year)

16,245 per annum (Full time equivalent: 23,465.04)

Kitchen Assistant - Evening Shift

17.5 hours per week (34 weeks per year)

7671.26 per annum (Full time equivalent: 23,465.04)

Writtle campus

We're recruiting a Writtle Kitchen Assistant for day and evening shifts on a permanent/fixed term basis for the Students' Union at ARU, to start as soon as possible.

In this role you will

assist in providing catering to our customers within fast paced cafe, providing great customer service and creating a friendly, welcoming environment at all times.

What you will be doing

Assisting with day-to-day kitchen tasks including daily food preparation, and cooking food items. To support with monthly stock counting and stock management. Adhere to Food Safety and Hygiene Laws and practices To support Kitchen Supervisor with menu planning, ordering and student staff training and to deputise for Supervisor when required. To report any maintenance issues, or health and hygiene concerns to line management as soon as possible Always providing outstanding customer service and promoting the values of the Students' Union To help create a friendly, welcoming environment for all customers To promote inclusivity, be respectful of diversity and to promote equal opportunities
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 Writtle 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.

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: 18th June 2025 at 23:59

In-person interviews will be held during the week commencing the 23rd of June.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: 7,671.26-16,245.00 per year

Expected hours: 17.5 - 35 per week

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Kitchen Assistant