Catering Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational organization in Bristol is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant for Saltford School. The ideal candidate will assist in food preparation, provide excellent service, and maintain hygiene standards. Key qualifications include a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate and prior catering experience, particularly in a school setting. This permanent, part-time role offers opportunities for professional growth, wellbeing support, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development

Flexible working arrangements

Health Cash-back Plan

Generous pension schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, ideally in a school environment preferred.
• Demonstrates a passion for providing excellent service.
• Willingness to continuously develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and presentation.
• Provide friendly service to students and staff.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Support the team and follow instructions.
• Handle cash accurately and promote sales.
• Ensure equipment cleanliness and functionality.

Skills

Positive and reliable attitude

Good spoken communication skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility and enthusiasm for service

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Are you a passionate professional ready to build your future?Do you want to work in a supportive environment where your skills and contributions are valued?Join usAt Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an environment where every employee

• whether in teaching, support, or leadership
• can flourish.

We strive to attract, develop, and retain the very best talent by creating a culture that values professional development, wellbeing, and inclusion.

Your Role in Building Brighter Futures

As a Catering Assistant at Saltford School, you will play a key role in contributing to the delivery of Futura’s mission statement of “Building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish”. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about living our values and making a positive impact on all the young people in our Trust.

Responsibilities

As a Catering Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting in food preparation and ensuring presentation standards are met.
• Providing polite, friendly, and personal service to all students and staff.
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene, health, and safety within the kitchen and service areas.
• Supporting the catering team by following instructions and contributing positively to daily operations.
• Handling and securing cash accurately (if applicable) and promoting sales activities within the unit.
• Ensuring equipment is clean and functional while adhering to cleaning schedules and health regulations.

What You’ll Bring to Futura

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Catering Assistant who:

• Holds a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Essential).
• Has previous catering experience, ideally within a school environment (Desirable).
• Demonstrates a positive and reliable attitude with good spoken communication skills.
• Is able to work independently and as part of a team, following instructions effectively.
• Shows flexibility, energy, and enthusiasm for providing excellent service.
• Demonstrates a passion for creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all members of our school community.
• Aligns with our trust-wide values by bringing a positive, collaborative approach to their work and a willingness to continuously develop professionally.

What We Offer

Professional Growth

Continuous Professional Development (CPD), inset days, rotation and secondment opportunities, and leadership succession programmes.

Wellbeing Support

Initiatives like ‘Wellbeing Moments,’ flexible working arrangements, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health support.

Comprehensive Benefits

Generous defined pension schemes, Health Cash-back Plan (covering dentist, physiotherapy appointments etc.), and multiple retail discount schemes.

Sustainability Commitment

Reducing our carbon footprint through our Climate and Nature initiatives across all schools.

Inclusive Culture

A collaborative environment where diversity is celebrated, helping staff bring their best selves to work and thrive in their roles.

Key Information

Interview Date: As soon as possible
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 15
PLEASE NOTE: Early applications are encouraged.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.