Kitchen Assistant Lakenheath, England
Job description
Job Title: Kitchen Assistant
PP-SRS-GRD: C-7408-02
Location: RAF Lakenheath
Vacancy Number DECA VA23 RPA 604912
Open Date: 26 April 2023
Close Date 17 May 2023
Work Hour Per Week 39
Salary (Per Hour) £10.49ph. (under 23 yrs.) £10.73ph. (over 23 yrs.)
** Several vacancies may be available - multiple selections can be made from this announcement **
Main Purpose
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Kitchen Assistants at DECA, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom.
You will serve as a delicatessen/bakery assistant, helping in the preparation and serving of specialty meats, delicacies, preserved foods, cheeses, salads, breads and sweets. You will slice, weigh, price and wrap foods on plates, trays and in bags as well as prepare food displays in counter cases and other display units. You will also be required to prepare hot and cold sandwiches, fruit and vegetable trays, salads and rotisserie chicken.
You may also assist in preparing and cooking bread and other bakery items as well as assisting in unloading trucks and stocking foods, taking orders and payments from customers.
If you’re looking for a challenging, gratifying career supporting the US Visiting Forces in the United Kingdom -- this job is for you; apply today!
Knowledge and Experience Required - Applicants must demonstrate the following:
1. Knowledge of basic arithmetic in order to count number of tables/trays required to determine number of servings a container will yield, and to count change when required to perform cashier duties.
2. Working knowledge of food service sanitation standards including procedures to prevent contamination, spoilage, and waste.
3. Ability to concentrate on work assignments despite interruptions and distractions.
4. Ability to do tasks with several steps and to follow established sequence of tasks without more than normal supervision.
5. Ability to use and maintain food service tools and equipment such as knives, mechanical dishwasher, and powered cleaning equipment.
6. Ability to learn food service safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
7. Ability to read and understand simple signs, names of food items, and instructions
Other Important Information
- Hours of work: Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization’s flexible working policies. 1
- Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations.
- Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
- May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.
- May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training. Position may be coded as mission essential.
- A 6–12-month probationary period will be required.
- Overtime may be required.
- May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary train.
May be assigned other duties not described in this position description, but that is appropriate to the grade of the incumbent.
A pre-employment physical is required.
Will be required to obtain and maintain a food handler’s certificate
Will be required wear all personal protective clothing while on duty.
Will be required to observe US Federal Holidays instead of UK Public Holidays.
Please note that this position may be coded as mission essential.
Benefits
- 25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays, year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
- Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy
- Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Free on-site parking
- Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment
- Development opportunities available
- Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance
- Free access to on-site gym facilities
Who Can Apply
- Citizens of the U.K., Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK.
- Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance.
- Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.
- Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport.
- This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement.
- For additional information contact the LNDH team on 01638 544955.
How To Apply
Interested candidates must complete an application form obtainable from the Civilian Personnel Website; https://www.mildenhall.af.mil/Portals/9/documents/civ_pers/AFD-150724-024.pdf?ver=2016-04-28-085219410.
All applications must submit the following documents to be received prior to the closing date of the advertisement to be considered for the position.
Required Documents
- LNDH Application
Optional Documents
- Curriculum Vitale (CV) and/or Resume ( A CV/Resume is encouraged, but not required. Decision to include a
resume will not increase or decrease probability of selection)
- Transcripts
- Certifications
- Letters of Recommendation
- Right to Work Documentation
Equal Opportunity Employer
There will be no discrimination in employment practices based on gender, age, marital status, disability, race, nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, being or not being a member of a trade union.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £10.49-£10.73 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 17/05/2023
Reference ID: DECA RPA 604912
