Catering Assistant

Blue Arrow; Blyth; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate of £12.71 per 

Holiday pay accrued as you work

Consistent Monday to Friday working p

No evenings or weekends

Opportunity to work within a welcoming

Ongoing support from the Blue Arrow

Job summary

Blue Arrow is recruiting a Catering Assistant to join a friendly team at a school in Blyth. This role suits someone with catering experience who thrives in a fast-paced setting and takes pride in high service standards.

Responsibilities include food prep, serving, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting the kitchen during busy periods. A Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate and Enhanced DBS are required or can be supported by Blue Arrow.

Qualifications

• Previous catering/kitchen experience essential.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate required.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and serving of food and beverages.
• Setting up dining areas ready for service.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and dining areas.
• Washing up and operating kitchen cleaning equipment.
• Assisting with stock rotation and storage of deliveries.
• Supporting the kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Following all food safety and health & safety procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Ability to work in busy environment

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate

Job description

Blue Arrow are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join a friendly and hardworking team within a school in Blyth.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous catering experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in providing high standards of food service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and serving of food and beverages
• Setting up dining areas ready for service
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and dining areas
• Washing up and operating kitchen cleaning equipment
• Assisting with stock rotation and storage of deliveries
• Supporting the kitchen team during busy service periods
• Following all food safety and health & safety procedures

Requirements

• Previous experience in a catering, kitchen, school, care home, or similar food service environment is essential
• A positive, reliable, and team-focused attitude
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
• Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate required
• Enhanced DBS Check requiredDon't have the required certifications? Blue Arrow can support successful candidates with obtaining an Enhanced DBS and Food Hygiene Level 2 certification where required.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of £12.71 per hour
• Holiday pay accrued as you work
• Consistent Monday to Friday working pattern
• No evenings or weekends
• Opportunity to work within a welcoming school environment
• Ongoing support from the Blue Arrow team

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