Job Description

Job Summary

Our community cafe is a welcoming and safe space for all, including some people with a range of additional support needs. We offer freshly prepared, nutritious meals at low cost, served with dignity and respect. As a Kitchen Team Member, you'll play a key role in helping us deliver this service, supporting with food preparation, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and ensuring every customer feels valued and cared for.

Interview date Tuesday 10th June

Proposed start date Monday 23rd June

Monday to Friday 9am to 2pm

Job Summary

Prepare, cook and serve food and drinks Support the smooth and efficient running of the kitchen and cafe at all times Deliver excellent customer service to all cafe users. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the cafe. Contribute to the safeguarding and welfare of volunteers and cafe customers
Main Responsibilities

Food Service

Be familiar with the cafe's daily operations and routines Meal preparation and cooking Serve customers in a friendly and welcoming manner Ensure that all customers are treated equally and are appropriately catered for Report any complaints raised by customers to the Centre Manager Participate in ordering, purchasing, receiving, and checking food supplies. Support the correct storage and rotation of stock Operate the till and handle cash, following financial procedures
Hygiene and Health & Safety

Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and promote cleanliness among others using the kitchen. Complete Basic Food Hygiene training and participate in refresher courses as required. Follow systems for cleaning and maintaining a hygienic cafe environment in line with the HACCP Plan. Operate all kitchen equipment in a safe manner and in accordance with manufacturer instructions Immediately report any faulty equipment or hygiene concerns to the Centre Manager. Maintain accurate records to comply with Health and Safety, COSHH and HACCP regulations. Participate in scheduled deep cleans of the kitchen and cafe areas.
Other Duties

Manage routine issues in the cafe following established policies and procedures Provide day-to-day support to volunteers, contributing to a collaborative and efficient team environment Participate in regular team and staff meetings and training. Undertake any additional duties, as identified by the Centre Manager, that are appropriate to your role and capability and meet the needs of Huddersfield Mission
Qualifications

Proven experience in food preparation and kitchen operations Strong culinary skills with a focus on food safety practices Background in catering or restaurant environments Ability to efficiently prepare meals and manage kitchen tasks Familiarity with serving techniques and customer service in a dining setting Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization in the kitchen
If you want to be part of a team that makes a genuine difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Huddersfield Mission Aspirations

Huddersfield Mission is an aspiration-led organisation, committed to continuous improvement and inclusivity. These aspirations, developed with staff and trustees, guide our work and remain open to feedback.

A Questioning and Learning Organisation

A Diverse and Inclusive Organisation

A Safe Place for All

A Justice-Seeking Organisation

A Supportive Organisation

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. We are unable to sponsor work visas for this role. Please be aware that all offers of employment are subject to candidates providing proof of their right to work in the UK e.g. Passport or birth certificate.

Applicants will need to provide proof of qualifications.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/05/2025
Reference ID: Kitchen Team Member