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Catering Assistant (Casual / Bank)

Salary Range
£12 - £12
£1 - £1 / mo

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United Kingdom
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Est. Take-Home Pay
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Position Overview & Specifications

Job Introduction

This role has a starting salary of £12.12 per hour (includes 15% annual leave entitlement).

Options of 7am -11am, 3pm - 7pm shifts available Monday to Sunday.

Positions available at:

  • High Ashurst, near Dorking (RH5 6DQ)
  • Henley Fort, Guildford (GU2 4RH)
  • Thames Young Mariners, Ham near Richmond (TW10 7RX)

Are you looking for some flexible part time work? Do you want to work in a vibrant and lively environment? Do you enjoy cooking?

If so, then come and join our team!

We are seeking individuals who are interested in working in our kitchens at our busy outdoor centres.

You will assist in the preparation, cooking, serving, and clearing of meals, delivering freshly prepared and cooked healthy meal options for our visitors.

We are keen to hear from individuals who have some experience in kitchens, whether it be home cooking or in a more commercial environment.

What are we looking for?

  • Individuals who enjoy preparing and cooking tasty, nutritious food
  • A ‘can do’ positive attitude
  • A willingness to learn and participate in some training to include food hygiene L2
  • Good with instructions and can work independently
  • Friendly personality and ability to offer excellent customer service to our guests
  • An Enhanced DBS check will be carried out during recruitment

High Ashurst and Henley Fort are in remote locations, please consider your transport arrangements.

Who are we?

Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development (SOLD) is a provider of High-Quality Outdoor Learning programmes. We are committed to inspiring and engaging young people and adults, improving and enriching personal and social development, and raising achievement, success and aspirations in life.

At Surrey, our values and behaviours are just as important as our skills and abilities. They shape who we are as an organisation. Find out more about the values we follow.

For more information please find the full job description below and refer to this before submitting your application. We also invite you to read our Life at Surrey handbook to see insights of the culture at Surrey and how as a valued employee, you can help shape our Council.

Job Details

Additional Information

We will monitor applications regularly and contact applicants as these are received.

An Enhanced DBS ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children’s and Adults’ Barred List checks will be required for this role.

Contact Details

For an informal discussion please contact Hazel Wilson on 01372 378901 or by e-mail at hazel.wilson@surreycc.gov.uk.

We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.

Benefits

From flexible working to job sharing (where possible) we are committed to providing a healthy work life balance. You will benefit from a generous local government salary related pension as well as an Employee Assistance Programme. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit MyBenefits for Surrey County Council staff.

Our Commitment

Surrey County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

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Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

2

Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:

🇬🇧 Skilled Worker Visa (Tier 2)

Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.

🏛️ Settlement (ILR) Pathway

Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.

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Recruitment Insights

Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Catering Assistant (Casual / Bank) roles across Surrey County Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

1. Domain Competency

Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.

2. Behavioral & Leadership

STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.

3. Compensation Alignment

Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.

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