Kitchen Assistant

Manchester Airport plc.; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading airport hospitality provider in England is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join their team at the Airport. You will assist in delivering an excellent experience to lounge guests by ensuring very high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen. This role requires someone with strong communication skills, and while previous experience is desirable, it is not essential. The position involves various shifts, including early starts as early as 3am.

Benefits

Employee rewards portal with discounts

24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

MAG Pension scheme offering doubling contributions

Career development opportunities

Tax-free Airside shopping

Free shuttle bus from city centre

Qualifications

• Must be over the age of 18 to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lounge team with the delivery of an excellent lounge experience.
• Ensure the kitchen and storage locations are clean and hygienic.
• Wash all crockery, cutlery, and equipment.
• Monitor waste disposal and recycle correctly.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience in a similar role

Job description

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Formed from the union of MAGO, MAG USA and our network of direct-to-consumer brands - who together drive market leading passenger spend for airports across the world - we have combined our resources to address evolving passenger needs today and exceed them as we move forward into tomorrow.

From our revenue accelerating single platform technology, Propel, through to our world class hospitality venues including Hangar, 1903 and Escape Lounges - our solutions make travel more seamless and enjoyable for passengers and more profitable for our clients and partners.

Our name is taken from the aviation, meteorology term, ‘Ceiling and Visibility Unlimited’, which designates the perfect flying condition.

More than just a name, CAVU is our mindset. It represents all that we stand for. Our proud aviation heritage, our drive to push boundaries, and the very essence of what we do: creating seamless, enjoyable travel experiences for airport passengers.

Together, we can reach new heights. Together, we are CAVU

The role

We are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to join our Airport Hospitality Team.

Duties will include:

• Assisting the lounge team with the delivery of an excellent lounge experience.
• Ensuring the kitchen and all storage locations are kept clean, hygienic and adhere to all health and safety standards.
• Washing all crockery, cutlery and light equipment. Any oversized equipment that will not fit in the dishwasher should be washed in designated sinks using the correct Ecolab chemical.
• Cleaning kitchen ovens, fridges and floors in accordance with operating standard.
• Ensuring that any crockery, cutlery and equipment is stores correctly and that floors and fire exits are kept free of any obstacles.
• Monitoring all waste disposal bins ensuring waste items are recycled by placing in correct waste disposal bins and adhering to the waste policy.
• Reporting any maintenance issues
• Clearing all breakages and spillages, following operating procedure and dispose of them correctly.
• Taking receipt of all deliveries, ensuring that all items arrive and are correctly put away ensuring stock rotation.

You will be required to work a range of shifts. Early shifts can start as early as 3am and late shifts finishing as late as 8pm. Our Lounges are open 7 days a week.

What will make you successful in the role?

We are looking for someone who has:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous experience in a similar a role is desirable but not essential
• Please note you must be over the age of 18 to apply for this role

As a CAVU employee you will have access to some great benefits including:

• Access to our employee rewards portal with discounts and savings
• 24hour Employee Assistance Programme
• MAG Pension scheme which doubles your contribution
• Fantastic career development opportunities – We are the UK’s largest Airport Operator!
• Tax free Airside shopping in our departure lounge
• Free shuttle bus (A1 Flyer) from the city centre to the airport

How do I apply?

Please submit your up-to date CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the role criteria.

Advert will close once sufficient applications are received.

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

We’re building something brilliant at CAVU: a diverse team of people who reflect the global customer base that we serve. We’re proudly part of MAG and together we’re on a mission to be number one in our industries, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.

Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you, even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.

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