Catering Assistant

York College; Bishopthorpe; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Occupational Pension Scheme

Job summary

York College is seeking a Catering Assistant for Sim Balk Lane campus. The role involves serving customers, till operation, food preparation, stocking, and keeping equipment and premises clean to a high standard. The post is for 26.5 hours per week across 36 weeks per year.

Flexibility is required around business needs, with training provided. Prior catering experience is advantageous but not essential, and uniform is provided to staff.

Qualifications

• Experience of food preparation and working in a catering environment would be advantageous, but training will be provided.
• You should have a passion for delivering friendly and efficient customer service.
• Full uniform provided.

Responsibilities

• Serving customers
• Till operation
• Food preparation
• Replenishing stock
• Ensuring equipment and premises are cleaned to a high standard

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Till operation

Job description

Catering Assistant

Reference: SEP20262142

Expiry date: 08:00, Mon, 12th Oct 2026

Location: Sim Balk Lane campus

Benefits: Please visit the York College website to explore our range of benefits

Ref: 2627/006
Hours: 26.5 hours per week, 36 weeks per year*
Salary: £15,507 per annum. Plus generous benefits, including Occupational Pension Scheme

About the role
We are looking for a Catering Assistant to join the College’s busy commercial catering outlets. The role involves serving customers, till operation, food preparation, replenishing stock, and ensuring the equipment and premises are cleaned to a high standard. If you enjoy working in a busy environment and as part of a team, this is the role for you.

*The post is for 36 full weeks per year, commencing the first week of September until the end of June. The usual working hours will be scheduled between 10am - 6.30pm on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and between 10am - 4.30pm on Thursday and Friday, although flexibility is required around the needs of the business.

This is a re-advertisement, previous applicants need not apply.

About the person
We are looking for a highly reliable person who is a great team player with a positive, can-do attitude, and a flexible approach to work. Experience of food preparation and working in a catering environment would be advantageous, but not essential as training will be provided. You should have a passion for delivering friendly and efficient customer service. Full uniform provided.

About the College
York College & University Centre is the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices.

We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us.

With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym.

Want to know more?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lee Wilson, Assistant Catering Manager ([e-mail]) or Katie Everall, Catering Manager ([e-mail]), on 01904 770404.

Staff benefits & Important notices
You can find full details on our job vacancies page, just below the current vacancies: Job Vacancies | York College & University Centre. Be sure to explore the range of additional benefits and perks that make York College a brilliant place to work.

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Closing date: 12 October 2026 (9am)
Interview date: 19 October 2026