The School of Artisan Food is seeking a dedicated and proactive Facilities Officer to join our team. This role is integral to maintaining the high standards of our unique and prestigious school, which operates as a non-profit charity. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day monitoring and delivery of PPM (planned preventative maintenance), housekeeping, waste management, and recycling services. Reporting to the Operations Managers, the Facilities Officer will ensure the smooth operation and upkeep of our facilities, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for all staff, students, and visitors. To work collaboratively with the Operations Managers on wider/ future building projects in line with the company's vision.
25hr per week (7:30am-12:30pm), 5 days per week, including weekend work.
Exclusively on site.
 | Example | Essential/ Desirable |
Demonstrable knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods | Â Experience in conducting Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and performing minor plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and building tasks to ensure the functionality and safety of facilities. | E |
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in all departments in a supportive and customer-focused manner | Good track record of working effectively with diverse teams, supporting colleagues with room setup, event breakdown, and maintaining a positive relationship with external contractors. | E |
Flexibility and decisiveness in meeting deadlines with a positive, can-do approach | Demonstrated ability to manage multiple maintenance tasks and respond quickly to urgent repairs, all while maintaining a positive attitude and meeting deadlines. | E |
A level of fitness sufficient to perform all tasks required in the role | Capability to perform physical tasks such as lifting equipment, climbing ladders, and moving materials, ensuring efficient completion of all maintenance duties. | D |
 | Example | Essential/ Desirable |
 Attention to cleanliness and tidiness | Maintains a high standard of cleanliness and organization in work areas, ensuring facilities and storage spaces are kept orderly and free from obstructions. | E |
 Commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment | Works closely with colleagues to ensure all maintenance activities comply with health and safety regulations, contributing to a safe working environment for everyone. | E |
Ability to manage time effectively, work at pace, and maintain accuracy and attention to detail while using initiative | Hitting deadlines, actively managing wide and varied activities/ tasks, punctuality, reliability etc. | E |
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in all departments in a supportive and customer-focused manner | Follow verbal and written guidance where required with the ability to show initiative and have a team approach and ‘can do’ attitude. The ability to pass on knowledge/ skills and/ or train others. | E |
Pro-rata £25,742-£30,500 p.a. dependent on qualifications and experience
Holiday entitlement: 33 days inclusive of bank holiday entitlement. The Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day bank holidays will form part of the Christmas closure period for all employees. The School will gift additional days leave to employees for the period following Boxing Day up to and including New Years Eve (Christmas closure). Days will be allocated based on normal days worked.
Interviews will be held at The School of Artisan Food
To apply for this position, please send a maximum 2-page CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the person specification.
If you would like to discuss this post informally, please call Christopher Collins or Jack Arkless, Operations Managers, on 01909 532171 or email info@schoolofartisanfood.org.
Friday 28 February 2025, at 5pm.
Get in touch:
recruitment@welbeck.co.uk