General Assistant
Title: General Assistant, part time
Location: Oranmore, Galway
Hours: 16 hours per week with occasional additional hours required to cover holidays
Working Pattern: Monday to Sunday, 2 days over 7, weekend work, evening shift occasionally required. Must have own transport as public transport is not available after the evening shift.
Salary: €14.2 per hour (enhanced rate available for Sunday €18.81)
Benefits
- 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Plus your birthday off to celebrate
- 3 volunteering days
- 3 days grandparent leave
- 26 week’s paid maternity leave
- Secondary carer leave (paid paternity leave)
- Wedding/commitment day leave
- Free meals on shift
- Bespoke training and development opportunities
- Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
- Wellbeing hub
- Access to employee assistance programme
- Cycle to work scheme
Do you have a passion for maintaining a well organised, clean kitchen that runs like a well-oiled machine? Do you have stamina, good attention to detail and communication skills? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey, we believe that creating a lasting impression for our customers is not possible without the support of the entire team, that’s why we’re looking for a General Assistant who strives to exceed expectations at every turn. As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments.
We believe that it is our people that set us apart, that’s why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.
If you are a General Assistant who is enthusiastic and thrives in a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!
- Dishwashing – Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using industrial dishwashers
- Kitchen Cleanliness – Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops, and food preparation areas. Empty rubbish bins and ensure proper disposal of waste materials
- Food Preparation – Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling, chopping, and slicing ingredients and preparing sandwiches
- Customer Service - provide excellent service by being attentive to guests’ needs at every point on their customer journey. Answering questions and addressing any concerns or issues in a friendly manner
- Inventory Management – Assist in receiving, storing, and organising kitchen supplies and ingredients
- Compliance with Health and safety – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen ensuring equipment is in good working order.
- No formal education is required, but an understanding of the role is required and catering/kitchen experience would be a plus
- Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects
- Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
- Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices is a plus
- Strong communication and teamwork skills