About YMCA Derbyshire
YMCA Derbyshire has been supporting the community since 1847. While our services have grown, our mission remains the same: to help individuals reach their full potential by nurturing the body, mind, and spirit.
Each year, we support over 300 individuals in our housing provision and over 150 young people in training and education. We also run a range of youth, community, and childcare services—rooted in care, inclusion, and transformation.
Role Overview
We’re seeking a Weekend Catering Assistant to join our team and help run our vibrant Community Café at the Campus site. You’ll play a vital role in serving nutritious meals and refreshments in a welcoming space for residents, service users, and visitors.
This is a great opportunity to make a difference while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare and serve food in a clean, efficient, and welcoming café setting
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Deliver high standards of customer service to all café users
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Maintain hygiene and cleanliness across all food prep and serving areas
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Assist with ordering, storing, and monitoring kitchen supplies
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Follow food hygiene and health & safety standards at all times
Essential Requirements
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Food Safety Level 2 certificate
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Level 2 in Catering or relevant vocational qualification
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Understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety procedures
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Ability to work independently and with a positive, proactive attitude
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Friendly and customer-focused with a flexible approach
What We Offer
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25 days holiday plus your birthday off
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Extra 2 holiday days after 5 years’ service
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Life Assurance (2x annual salary)
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Real Living Wage employer
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Smart Health app (access to online GP, mental health support & more)
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Recognition schemes: Employee of the Year, Star of the Quarter
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Christmas, Easter & Quarterly Treats
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Long service rewards
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Opportunities for training, development & dual professionalism placements
Our Vision & Mission
Vision:
To enable young people and communities to thrive—so they feel safe, supported, and able to contribute and flourish.
Mission:
To develop the whole person—body, mind, and spirit.
Our Values:
Protect | Trust | Hope | Persevere (1 Corinthians 13:4-7)
Equality & Diversity
YMCA Derbyshire is a proud Disability Confident Employer. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made where needed. If you’re a disabled candidate meeting the minimum criteria, you will be guaranteed an interview.
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