Catering Assistant (Homelessness)

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Position Title: Catering Assistant
Salary: Grade 1 £17,842 to £18,002 (Bar at £17,842) per annum pro rata
Contract Type: Part time, time limited until 31 March 2022
Hours: 16 per week - Friday, Saturday and Sunday- 9am to 14.20 pm.
Work Location: Longford Centre, 37 Edge lane, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 9JU
DBS Check Required: Yes
BPSS Check Required: Yes
Manchester Residency Required: Yes
Closing Date: 16 September 2021
Reference: MCC370263/ADU/02

Applications will only be considered from people permanently resident within the boundaries of the City of Manchester.

The Longford Centre is a site specifically targeting people who are new to homelessness which enables a dedicated therapeutic and supportive approach. People who are new to rough sleeping will be referred into the centre, accommodated in a safe, welcoming and friendly environment where they will receive an intensive support offer to enable rapid move on. The average duration of their short stay will be 8 weeks, although some people will need much shorter duration in the accommodation.

Possessing a friendly and non-judgemental approach to citizens at the Longford Centre is a key requirement of this role because for a vulnerable adult who has been homeless, being made to feel welcome in a friendly environment and provided with a reliable and good quality menu supports the first steps to recovery.

You will be required to assist with the preparation, setting up and serving of meals in line with food hygiene regulations. Support customers in their selection/purchase of food and beverages in a courteous and responsive manner.

The Council has a number of IT systems and secure email accounts that are part of the Government’s Public Services Network (PSN). In 2014, the Cabinet Office introduced a minimum level of security screening for all staff that have access to any IT systems or gcsx email account which form part of the Public Services Network. This security screening is called the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). This check involves verification of identity; nationality and immigration status; employment history (past 3 years) and criminal record.

This post is subject to BPSS checks. You will therefore be required to consent to and comply with BPSS checking requirements prior to commencing in this post which includes applying for a Basic Disclosure check.

The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

Manchester City Council is committed to giving fair support to members of the Armed Forces and veterans, whilst recognising and remembering the sacrifices they have made. The aim of The Armed Forces Covenant is to ensure that the Armed Forces and veterans are not disadvantaged, when applying for vacancies with Manchester City Council. Armed Forces and veterans will be guaranteed an interview where they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Manchester City Council values equality and works to provide a fair and inclusive environment for a workforce that is as diverse as the communities it serves. We want to further increase the diversity of our workforce, in particular the number of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff and disabled staff at all levels of the Council. This advert is open to all applicants, and we would particularly welcome applications from candidates identifying with one or both of those characteristics.

If you require any adjustments to be able to engage in the recruitment process for this role, please let us know by emailing clare.mitchellgrimshaw@manchester.gov.uk

Job Type: Part-time