Cleaning Operative in Hospitality & Catering

Cleaning Operative in Hospitality & Catering
Salary £18,327 per annum, pro rata
30 hours per week, Term-time only (38 weeks per year)

Lancaster & Morecambe College is looking for a cleaning operative to undertake the daily cleaning required to maintain Catering specification and high standards, along with other associated catering-based tasks within a busy catering learning environment.

You will have a willingness to adapt to changing circumstances and to attend any training courses appropriate to the post. Your suitability to work in a student environment will be assessed as part of the College’s safeguarding duty.

Benefits include defined benefits pension scheme, opportunities for continuing professional development, Cycle to Work scheme and good staff support services. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
 
All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners.  Any specific Safeguarding duties applicable to this post are outlined in the job description.

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

Job Purpose: 

• To undertake the daily cleaning required to Catering specification and high standards, along with other associated catering-based tasks within a busy catering learning environment.

Key Tasks / Responsibilities:

1. Take responsibility for maintaining the highest standard of cleanliness within a designated cleaning area in accordance with College specifications, including keeping up to date cleaning and food safety records.

2.  Ensure that regular checks of equipment and machinery are carried out during your hours of duty and any defects are reported to the tutor in charge.

3. Take responsibility for maintaining and cleaning machinery and other equipment, sorting, safe storage and distributing of ingredients, safe disposal and re-cycling of rubbish, organising linen and laundry.

4. Report to the Tutor in charge any dangers or hazards that you may encounter.

5. Ensure that all Health and Safety requirements are met including the wearing of safe and adequate footwear and other protective clothing at all times.

6. Assist with other tasks within your job role in order to maintain and improve the cleaning services within the premises as and when necessary.

7. Act responsibly and with integrity regarding room security when in possession of College keys.

8. Attend training sessions and team meetings relevant to post.

9. Liaise with supervisor, colleagues and learners to create a harmonious working environment.

10. Other duties commensurate with the grade of post as required.

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

• Contribute to the quality improvement process;
• Work within health and safety guidelines and be aware of your responsibilities for health and safety;
•  Adhere to College policies and procedures;
•  Promote and safeguard the welfare of young persons and vulnerable adults;
• Value and promote equality, diversity and inclusion;
• Undertake professional development to ensure skills and qualifications are up to date;
• Participate in meetings and events as required, e.g. departmental meetings, parents’ evenings, etc.
• Work co-operatively with colleagues and show commitment to the College and its mission.
• Adhere to Professional Standards for Teachers and Trainers (see The Education & Training Foundation: www.et-foundation.co.uk )
• Adhere to the College Values: High Expectations; Driving Success; Positive Impact; Welcoming Community; Productive Collaboration

Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate: This post is subject to a standard DBS Disclosure.

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

Experience 

Essential - Measured by application form

• General cleaning experience within a working environment

Desired - Measured by application form

• Experience of working in a cleaning role within a catering environment
• Experience of accurate record keeping 
• Experience of food safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Essential - Measured by application form

•  Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to gain within a specified timescale)

Skills / Attributes

Essential 

• Enthusiastic, with good organisational skills and attention to detail
• High standards of hygiene; cleanliness, organisation and tidiness
• Good communication and people skills

Desirable 

• A working knowledge of COSHH Regulations and Health & Safety at Work Act

Personal

Essential - Measured by application form and interview 

• Suitability to work in a curriculum environment in regular contact with young people
• Capable of working on own initiative and under pressure
• Working to deadlines
• A willingness to adapt to changing circumstances
• A willingness to attend any training courses appropriate to the post

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

JOIN OUR TEAM

Lancaster & Morecambe College is a thriving FE College, rated GOOD by Ofsted and justifiably proud of its strong links with our local community. Located between Lancaster and Morecambe, and within commuting distance of Central Lancashire, Cumbria and North Yorkshire, our industry-standard facilities attract colleagues from across the North West.

We are excited to be working in partnership with the Eden Project & local partners to develop the Morecambe Bay Curriculum to meet future employment needs and to utilise our wonderful local landscape as a unique learning resource. 

LMC is a respectful, welcoming safe space to work, learn and thrive with high expectations for all. Valued as a significant local employer, we work hard to provide a supportive, productive and fulfilling working environment for our staff. We are always looking for talented and innovative people to join us.

Valued as a significant local employer, we work hard to provide a supportive, productive and fulfilling working environment for our staff. In addition to a friendly team culture and a range of excellent on-site facilities, we offer:

• Relevant staff training and development and good progression opportunities
• Defined Benefit Pension Schemes for all staff (Local Government and Teachers' Pensions Schemes)
• Generous leave entitlement
• A range of family-friendly and other supportive HR policies
• FREE College gym membership
• Dedicated Occupational Health
• On site The Salon, Restaurant and catering facilities
• FREE parking
• Cycle2work, a Government initiative that allows you to make huge tax and national insurance savings on the cost of a new bike and safety equipment via a salary sacrifice scheme

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form