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Meal Assistant at Björkvallsskolan in Uppsala Municipality

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Do you want to work in a newly renovated kitchen at a pleasant school close to nature?

Björkvallsskolan in Björklinge, Uppsala Municipality, is looking for someone who wants to create joy in food for students in grades 6–9. At Meal Service, you will have a versatile job where you can influence, develop, and use your skills in many ways! Here you get the chance to grow and make a difference every day! Does this sound interesting? Welcome with your application!

About Björkvallsskolan

Björkvallsskolan is a pleasant school for grades 6-9 located near nature, in Björklinge, Uppsala Municipality. The kitchen is a newly renovated production kitchen, where approximately 500 meals are prepared by a team of 3 people. The kitchen is part of a kitchen management unit with several school and preschool kitchens in the Björklinge/Bälinge/Börje and Jumkil area. Cooperation between the kitchens is a given, and joint meetings and gatherings are also held. Working hours are daytime, Monday to Friday.

Job Description

The work includes cleaning and disinfecting utensils, machines, and surfaces, replenishing dishes, cutlery, glasses, and napkins. Preparation of salad buffets, assisting with lighter cooking alongside the chefs. It also includes performing self-checks in accordance with applicable legislation.

As a meal assistant in Meal Service, you will work both with the preparation of the salad buffet and in the serving area where you meet guests directly.

The assignment also includes:

  • handling dishes
  • handling special diets
  • receiving deliveries
  • unpacking goods
  • maintaining daily cleaning routines
  • working with HACCP
  • replenishing the salad and food buffets

Qualifications

We are looking for someone with a kitchen education, HACCP training, or other training that the employer deems relevant for the position. The work requires that you have experience as a meal assistant/kitchen assistant. We also see that you have good knowledge of food hygiene and knowledge of special diets. Good oral and written skills in Swedish are also required for the position.

If you have previous experience working in a large kitchen, particularly with lunch service, it is considered an advantage. It is also advantageous if you have knowledge of meal planning systems such as Mashie or Mateo. It is also beneficial if you have a B driver's license and computer skills.

You adapt easily to changing circumstances and see opportunities in changes. You can quickly adjust both your perspective and your approach when the situation requires it. At the same time, you collaborate well with others, are attentive, and flexible in your way of relating to people. You communicate clearly, listen actively, and handle conflicts constructively. We also see that you are calm, attentive, and accommodating in your interactions. You have a strong desire and ability to help others and strive to find solutions. Additionally, you plan, organize, and prioritize your work effectively, set clear goals, and meet deadlines. You contribute ideas and new approaches that are put into practice and lead to results.

Inquiries

If you have questions about the position or the recruitment process, please contact: Helen Wallin, kitchen manager, 018-727 88 69.

Union representative: Kommunal 010-442 88 16.

If you have questions regarding the registration of your application, contact the recruitment area: 018-727 23 02.

An employment with Uppsala Municipality may involve a war placement.

In your application, you must state your citizenship. If you are not a citizen of Sweden, the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, you must also be able to prove that you have a valid work permit or are exempt from the requirement to have a work permit. Employment can only occur after verification of the work permit, which is required under the Aliens Ordinance.

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