General Assistant

General Assistant

Location: Brentwood School, Middleton Hall Lane, Brentwood CM15 8EE
Rate of pay: £12.50ph 
Hours: 20 - 30 hours per week with paid overtime for evening functions as and when required (5 out of 7 days)

Weeks: Term Time only (175 Days)

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday 
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals whilst at work
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

Brentwood School is one of the leading Independent schools in the UK with excellent facilities, catering for 1500 pupils and 300 staff/teachers daily in our Senior School and 700 pupils and staff in our Prep School. 

We currently have an exciting opportunity for 2 General Assistants to join the prestigious team at Brentwood School. We are looking for two engaging, fun, flexible, and approachable team members to help manage the various locations.

• Provide friendly and efficient service to students, staff, and visitors in the school
• Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold beverages, light snacks, and pre-prepared foods
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in all areas of the café, including counters, seating, and equipment
• Restock supplies and ensure displays are well-presented and inviting
• Assist with general kitchen duties, including basic food prep and cleaning
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations at all times
• Provide excellent customer service, fostering a welcoming atmosphere in the café
• Support occasional school events or functions as required
• Assist with setting up and serving meals to pupils and staff
• Helping with deliveries and storing
• Support hospitality events as required 

• Previous experience in a catering or cleaning environment (desirable but not essential)
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety practices
• Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate (can be provided during training)
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work efficiently and follow instructions
• Reliable, punctual, and professional in appearance and attitude
• Positive, can-do approach to work
• Physically able to be on your feet for extended periods and carry out manual tasks
• Willingness to learn and adapt to a busy school environment

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.

Nutrition

We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.

Food Innovation

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.

From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.

Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe involve regulated activity. It is a criminal offence for individuals barred from working with children to apply for such roles. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Barred List check will be required for all successful applicants. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide information about relevant criminal offences and will be subject to an online search of publicly available information. This search helps identify any issues that may affect suitability to work with children.

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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