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You’ll work closely with your Operations Manager, managing the senior team of assistant managers, head chef, and head housekeeper, while embodying our ICG values.

The University At Durham University, we are proud of our people, because they are at the heart of our globally outstanding institution, which is a key part of our local community. We inspire our people to do extraordinary things and we invite you to join our fantastic team. Across the University, we have a huge variety of roles and responsibilities, which together make us one large and successful community. Whether you are at the very start, middle or end of your career, there is a role for you. We believe everyone has their own unique skills to offer. At the University we promote and actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion. It is crucial that everyone can be themselves and can flourish in an environment where everyone respects each other and is treated fairly. We want our people and wider community to feel happy, secure and proud to be a part of Durham. We are looking for the same values in you. We welcome and encourage applications from members of groups who are under-represented in our work force including people with disabilities, women and black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. For more information on our EDI strategy and values, click here The Department The Operations Directorate: Elevating the Student and Staff Experience The Operations Directorate is dedicated to providing a world-class experience for our diverse student and staff communities, which is essential to our students' learning journey. Our passionate team delivers services and facilities across 15 colleges, including catering, housekeeping, reception, security, and maintenance. These resources create a safe environment where our students can live, work, dine, socialise, and thrive together. Within the Operations Directorate, we have three key areas: • University Catering: Our robust catering team of 500 ensures fresh, exciting, and diverse dining experiences throughout our colleges, catering to the unique needs of our University Community, which includes students, staff, and visitors, and offer expert advice on bar management., • College Operations: With over 200 dedicated professionals, we provide residential services within the colleges as well as supporting student and non-student-led events., • Retail Services: Our branded retail catering and merchandise outlets offer an enticing array of menus and high-quality products thoughtfully presented to enhance the shopping experience for our students and staff whilst building positive relationships via efficient service and attentive staff. In addition to a highly competitive salary and rewards package, our strategic focus includes ongoing development opportunities for our people. Join us today and shape your career at Durham University! The Role As a Chef Assistant (Apprentice), you'll work closely with the Head chef and be an integral part of the food production team. Your enthusiasm will shine through as you prepare, cook, and present a diverse range of high-quality dishes following prescribed recipes and training. Your attention to detail and passion for food excellence will make you a valuable asset. While you'll primarily work in your designated college/outlet, there may be opportunities to assist in other food production areas during training. Essential criteria include good communication skills, basic digital proficiency, recent kitchen experience, and a positive 'can do' attitude." Successful candidates are expected to always promote a positive image of University Catering and Durham University. Specific Role Information This role is a two-year fixed term role, and to be eligible for an Apprenticeship position, the post holder must be a UK citizen or have proof of the right to work in the UK. Non-UK nationals must have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least three years. The post holder will be required to work any 5 days out of 7, which may include some evenings and weekends. Typical working hours are between 7am and 9:30pm. To fulfil the terms and conditions of the apprenticeship, the post-holder will be required to complete training on a weekly basis towards the Apprentice Framework in Commis Chef Standard or Chef de Partie Standard, depending on previous experience. Working in the catering team requires an element of physical manual handling, which can include lifting and transporting catering equipment. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description. Working at Durham A competitive salary is only one part of the many fantastic benefits you will receive if you join the University: • You'll receive 27 days annual leave per year in addition to 8 public holidays and 4 customary days per year - a total of 39 days., • No matter how you travel to work, we have you covered. We have parking across campus, a cycle to work scheme which helps you to buy a bike and discount with local bus and train companies., • You can access exclusive discounts via our benefits portal including money off at supermarkets, high street retailers, IT products such as Apple, eating out and days out at various attractions., • Our on-site nursery is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and you can access holiday camps for children aged 5-16., • We provide wide-ranging health and wellbeing support including discounted membership for our state-of-the-art sport and gym facilities and access to a 24-7 Employee Assistance Programme., • We offer all staff the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities to make a difference to the local community., • Our family friendly policies, including maternity and adoption leave, are among the most generous in the higher education sector (and likely above and beyond many employers)., • If you are keen on advancing in your role or career, we have a genuine passion for developing our colleagues from qualifications to IT skills, courses and apprenticeships., • We offer generous pension schemes with varying contribution amounts to help you plan for your future. Discover more about our total rewards and benefits package here. What you need to demonstrate when you apply Essential Criteria • Experience of basic food production and preparation., • Ability to accurately follow written and oral instructions., • Positive 'can do' attitude., • Excellent attention to detail., • Willingness to work flexibly., • Ability to work well under pressure., • Customer focussed., • Friendly, positive and courteous., • Basic numeracy and literacy skills. Desirable Criteria • Level 2 Basic food safety hygiene. Typical Role Requirements Here are the kind of activities that you'll be asked to undertake and ways in which you'll be expected to operate. Service Delivery • Provide an excellent service to our [students, your colleagues and anyone else you come across as part of your role] by carrying out your tasks using the relevant procedures (which we will provide training for)., • Look after yourself and others by following health and safety regulations, including correctly wearing any protective clothing or equipment provided [e.g. safety shoes] and being aware of any hazards., • Learn how to use everyday equipment and tools [e.g. electrical appliances] from more experienced colleagues., • Follow instructions from more experienced colleagues to deliver set tasks., • Help check and monitor stock controls., • Learn and adhere to general health, safety and security procedures within the service area in line with Health & Safety at Work guidelines, including departmental systems for health & safety and food safety., • Learn and complete work in accordance with risk assessments and departmental procedures for health & safety and food safety specific to the nature of the work area and environment., • Ensure that food is appropriately produced, presented, served and replenished., • Maintain wash up and food production areas and equipment to an exceptional standard of cleanliness., • Use a range of equipment, tools and resources, digital devices, software and applications where necessary. • Help and cooperate with the rest of your team., • Support other team members to carry out their tasks when asked., • Help colleagues maintain [facilities and equipment] safely and securely., • Bring any problems to the attention of more senior colleagues. Communication/Personal • Show a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and the University's values., • Use digital devices and apps (such as email) to communicate with [students, your colleagues and anyone else you come across as part of your role]., • Anticipate individual needs of students, staff and visitors and proactively provide assistance where required., • Share menu and food product knowledge, including answering questions regarding individual allergen and dietary requirements, • Ensure that all feedback is brought to the attention of your line manager We prefer to receive applications online. When you apply you need to submit a CV and/or a statement that tells us your experience and gives examples of how you meet the criteria above and/or submit the application form and include the information within the form. We will update you about your application at various points throughout the selection process, via automated emails from our e-recruitment system. Please check your spam/junk folder periodically to make sure you have not missed any of our updates. Who to contact for more information If you would like to have a chat or ask any questions about the role or if you are struggling to complete the application process, please contact who would be happy to speak to you. Please note that in submitting your application Durham University will be processing your data. We would ask you to consider the relevant University Privacy Statement Privacy Notices - Durham University which provides information on the collation, storing and use of data. When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas.

The Role As a Chef Assistant (Apprentice), you'll work closely with the Head chef and be an integral part of the food production team. Your enthusiasm will shine through as you prepare, cook, and present a diverse range of high-quality dishes following prescribed recipes and training. Your attention to detail and passion for food excellence will make you a valuable asset . While you'll primarily work in your designated college/outlet, there may be opportunities to assist in other food production areas during training. Essential criteria include good communication skills, basic digital proficiency, recent kitchen experience, and a positive 'can do' attitude." Successful candidates are expected to always promote a positive image of University Catering and Durham University. Specific Role Information This role is a two-year fixed term role, and to be eligible for an Apprenticeship position, the post holder must be a UK citizen or have proof of the right to work in the UK. Non-UK nationals must have been ordinarily resident in the UK for at least three years. The post holder will be required to work any 5 days out of 7, which may include some evenings and weekends. Typical working hours are between 7am and 9:30pm. To fulfil the terms and conditions of the apprenticeship, the post-holder will be required to complete training on a weekly basis towards the Apprentice Framework in Commis Chef Standard or Chef de Partie Standard, depending on previous experience. Working in the catering team requires an element of physical manual handling, which can include lifting and transporting catering equipment. Further information about the role and the responsibilities is at the bottom of this job description.

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