Kitchen Support and Finance Assistant
@Imperial College London posted 3 days agoJob Description
- Job number
- COO01241
- Faculties
- Chief Operating Officer (COO) Team
- Departments
- Catering and Events
- Salary or Salary range
- £36,381 – £39,379 per annum
- Location/campus
- South Kensington Campus – On site only
- Contract type work pattern
- Full time – Open ended
- Posting End Date
- 11 Jun 2025
About the role
Imperial is a world Top 10 university with an international reputation for excellence in teaching and research. The Hospitality Department of the Property Division are responsible for operating various cafes, restaurants, bars and events located across all their Campuses to provide affordable and high-quality food and services for the Imperial community and external clients. They create a valuable resource for Imperial, which in turn supports our academic community of world leaders in the provision of Engineering, Medicine, Natural Sciences, Business Management, Research and Teaching.
In this role you will be responsible for managing the food production administration and supporting the Procurement and Business Support Team of the Hospitality Department.
What you would be doing
You will be responsible for the control, order, purchasing and transfer of stock, in line with departmental procedures.
You will also be responsible for the entering and maintenance of data in a systematic format, both manual and computerised and to help generate reports as required.
Your role is to collate and order non-scratch cooked events items according to daily booking sheets and ensure accurate billing for client amendments.
A key part of the role is to assist staff with training on in-house systems and back of house processes and procedures.
What we are looking for
- Previous office administration experience in a similar role
- Previous experience of working in a food-based role
- Working knowledge of food and menu costing
- Ability to understand, interpret and communicate stock and financial data
- Excellent numerical skills sufficient to be able to analyse financial data
- Excellent computer skills and knowledge, including Microsoft Office and finance related software (presently UNIWARE/COSMIC/FnB) and the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of new software applications
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal to present and deliver information in an appropriate manner
- Be highly organised with an eye for detail and accuracy and an ability to cope with deadlines
- Strong on initiative, making well balanced decisions when necessary
- Be self-motivated and an effective team player
- A flexible approach to work, with willingness to work 5 over 7-days, across all Imperial sites
What we can offer you
- The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
- Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
- Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
- Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.
Further information
If you require any further details on the role please contact:
Gabrielle Cacula, Procurement and Business Support Manager – g.cacula@imperial.ac.uk.
Closing Date: Midnight on Wednesday, 11 June 2025
