SARUM HALL SCHOOL Person Specification – Food Studio Technician The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service. Essential These are qualities without which the Applicant could not be appointed Desirable These are extra qualities which can be used to choose between applicants who meet all of the essential criteria Method of assessment Qualifications The professional, technical or academic qualifications that the Applicant must have to undertake the role or the training that they must have received. The professional, technical or academic qualifications that the Applicant would ideally have to undertake the role or the training that they should ideally have received. Recognised catering and hospitality qualification Level 2 certificate in food hygiene and safety (or similar) First aid qualifications Production of the Applicant’s certificates Experience The categories of work or organisations, types of achievements and activities that would be likely to predict success in the role. Experience of working in a busy catering environment. Experience of effective budgeting when purchasing equipment and materials The categories of work or organisations, types of achievements and activities that would be likely to contribute to success in the role. Experience supporting cookery lessons Experience of planning and running catering events Contents of the Application Form Interview Professional references Skills The skills required by the Applicant to perform effectively in the role. Ability to work under pressure in a busy catering environment, to manage workload and to meet deadlines The skills that would enable the Applicant to perform effectively in the role. Willingness to “go the extra mile” Willingness to embrace new ideas Contents of the Application Form Interview Professional references
Knowledge The knowledge required by the Applicant to perform effectively in the role. Excellent working knowledge of all aspects of food hygiene and kitchen health & safety Knowledge and understanding of ingredients and equipment Knowledge of ingredient preparation, stock control, cleaning and maintenance of equipment. The knowledge that would enable the Applicant to perform effectively in the role. Contents of the Application Form Interview Professional references Personal competencies and qualities The personal qualities that the Applicant requires to perform effectively in the role and to ensure that the Applicant safeguards and promotes the welfare of children and young people. Excellent communication and organisation skills Motivation to work with children and young people Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children and young people, colleagues and parents Emotional resilience Possess high professional standards and integrity The personal qualities that would assist the Applicant to perform effectively in the role. To enjoy working in team Contents of the Application Form Interview Professional references