Catering Assistant

Sodexo Group; Alcester; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 7,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing app

Colleague discounts

Retirement plan

Life assurance

Training & uniform provided

Job summary

Sodexo Group at St Benedict's Catholic High School in Alcester is seeking a Catering Assistant to support food preparation, service and cleaning across two nearby schools. The role requires a full UK driving licence and involves travel between sites, with hours 12.5 per week during term time.

You’ll work as part of a friendly catering team, maintain high hygiene standards, and provide a dependable service to pupils and staff. The position offers flexible hours and full training.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Positive and reliable attitude.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel between school sites.
• Catering or food service experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and serving of food and beverages at two school sites.
• Drive a Sodexo van between St Benedict's and St Mary's Catholic Primary School.
• Support food service and washing up, and keep kitchen and dining areas clean.
• Transport food and catering supplies between sites and replenish displays.
• Follow hygiene, health and safety and safeguarding procedures.
• Provide friendly, helpful service to pupils and staff, and work flexibly across sites.

Skills

Driving licence

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Flexible

Job description

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Location:St Benedict's Catholic High School, Kinwarton Road, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 6PX
Pay:£12.71 per hour
Hours:12.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday, 11am-13.30pm - must be flexible.
Contract: Term Time Only – 38 weeks, Permanent, Part Time

A role that fits around your life

Looking for a role with a great work-life balance? Join Sodexo as a Catering Assistant at St Benedict's Catholic High School and be part of a team that takes pride in delivering high-quality food and service across our schools.

This is a varied role where you’ll not only support food preparation and service at St Benedict's, but also travel to a nearby school to support with food service, washing up and general cleaning.

Please note: A full UK driving licence is essential for this role, as you will be required to drive a Sodexo vehicle/van between school sites.

About the Role

As a Catering Assistant, you’ll support the day-to-day running of the catering operation at St Benedict's Catholic High School and provide support at St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Broadway.

You’ll assist with preparing and serving food, help keep the kitchen and dining areas clean and organised, and drive between the two school sites to support the catering service as required.

You’ll work as part of a supportive team delivering great service while maintaining high standards of hygiene, food safety and cleanliness.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the preparation and serving of food and beverages at St Benedict's Catholic High School
• Drive a Sodexo van between St Benedict's Catholic High School, Alcester and St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Broadway
• Support with food service and washing up at St Mary's Catholic Primary School
• Assist with the transportation of food and catering supplies between school sites
• Maintain clean, safe and hygienic kitchen and dining areas
• Carry out general cleaning duties across the catering areas
• Replenish food displays and service counters as required
• Support deliveries and store supplies appropriately
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety and safeguarding procedures
• Provide a friendly and helpful service to pupils, customers, colleagues and visitors
• Work flexibly across both school sites to support the smooth running of the catering operation

What We’re Looking For

• A full UK driving licence is essential
• A positive and reliable attitude
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a busy environment and prioritise tasks
• Willingness to travel between school sites as part of the role
• Comfortable carrying out food service, washing up and general cleaningduties
• Previous catering or food service experience is helpful but not essential, as full training will be provided

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job — it’s a chance to be part of a team where you’re valued and supported. We’re committed to helping our colleagues grow, feel well and succeed.

You’ll have access to wellbeing and mental health support, an Employee Assistance Programme for everyday advice and guidance, and a wellbeing app with rewards for healthy living and access to a 24/7 virtual GP.

We also offer colleague discounts for you, your friends and family, financial wellbeing tools, a retirement plan and life assurance. Alongside competitive pay, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities, volunteering initiatives, a Cycle to Work scheme, and a supportive working environment — with full training and uniform provided.

Additional Information

Term Time Only – Equated Pay
This role works 38 weeks per year. Your salary will be paid in equal monthly instalments across 12 months, meaning you receive consistent pay throughout the year, including during school closure periods.

Further details will be provided during the interview process.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.