Catering Assistant
Croda is a FTSE100 organisation
where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our
values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, create ‘our Purpose, Smart science
to improve lives™’. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialise in the
research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and
Consumer Care markets.
We are focused on developing our inclusive culture through
accountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda, you will be
part of a team who are using smart science to create a more sustainable future.
As we deliver our ambitious 2030 Growth Strategy, we’re looking for a Catering Assistant to support all aspects of our catering operations. This varied role will include sandwich preparation, vegetable preparation, food service, and occasional travel to local sites to support catering and delivery activities.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience working in a catering environment
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- A positive, proactive approach with a genuine ‘can do’ attitude
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Good organisational skills and the ability to remain calm in a busy, fast-paced environment
- A good understanding of basic food handling and food preparation practices
- A food hygiene certificate is desirable, but not essential
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Supporting the preparation and production of hot and cold meals across our Cowick Hall and Rawcliffe Bridge sites
- Preparing sandwiches, salads, buffets, while assisting chefs with food production as required
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the kitchen and serving areas
- Assisting with the set-up and clearing of catering areas for daily service and events
What We Offer:
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:
- Defined benefit pension scheme
- 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
- Private medical insurance
- Free lunch in on-site restaurant
- Access to share plans
- Generous parental leave
- Retail platform benefits
- Free car parking on Croda sites
In
addition to the benefits above, employees also have access to a salary
sacrifice car scheme* (after 6 months with the company), Cycle to Work scheme*,
Health Cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme. As well as access to number
of health and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year.
*Please
note salary criteria is applicable for this benefit.
Additional Information
This is a site based role.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues
with our online application process, please email candidate@croda.com.
Why Croda?
At Croda, we believe our people are
our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver
value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have
travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing together
diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of
Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an
inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer
focus underpinning all that we do.
Croda is an
equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from
suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability,
age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity,
religion or belief.