Casual Catering Assistant

Lexington-Catering; Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tasty meals

Flexible working

Plenty of Time to Unwind

Leave for life’s important moments

Give back time

Room to grow

Financial security

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Taylor Shaw — Great Food, Bright Futures, part of Elior, believes healthy food fuels young minds and serves delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK.

This role supports the catering team, helps with meal prep, keeps service seamless, and contributes to a clean, safe, welcoming work environment. Working pattern is Monday to Friday; hours to suit business needs; DBS check may be required.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen/catering experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting.
• DBS check may be required for shortlisting.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in preparing delicious meals, nourishing students and staff.
• Support the catering team to keep service seamless and efficient.
• Champion a clean, safe and welcoming work environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Dependability

Willingness to learn

Job description

Posted Monday 3 August 2026 at 00:00 | Expires Monday 31 August 2026 at 23:59

Taylor Shaw – Great Food, Bright Futures

At Taylor Shaw, we believe healthy food fuels young minds, and we’re passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness – because we know young people deserve the best.

Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children's Barred List, and two suitable references.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Play a key role in preparing delicious meals, nourishing our students and staff
• Jump into action, supporting the catering team to keep service seamless and efficient
• Champion a clean, safe and welcoming work environment

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday | Hours To Suit The Business Need

Job ID: 7260

The ingredients you’ll bring:

• A positive outlook helping to create a welcoming environment
• Dependability and good organisation within a fast-paced setting
• An eagerness to learn, develop, and support your wider team

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people‑first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!