Catering Assistant

Impact Food Group; Bursledon; On-site; GBP 2,700 - 3,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Staff discount at 850+ retailers

Monthly incentives (shopping vouchers)

Job summary

Impact Food Group (IFG) is looking for a Catering Assistant for Brookfield Community School in Southampton. Shifts are 4.30pm–7.30pm, 6 hours per week, 37 weeks per year (term-time). Pay details show £3,126.66 per annum.

You’ll join a friendly catering team, provide service, assist with food prep, and handle till operations. We welcome applicants with strong customer service backgrounds; experience in catering or retail is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills, ideally from catering or retail backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the catering team to provide a friendly, efficient, and hygienic service.
• Assist in preparing food and snacks for the site.
• Serve customers at the counter and operate the till.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, tidy, and safe at all times.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Food preparation

Hygiene awareness

Tools

Till operation

Job description

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.

About The Role

Job Title: Catering Assistant

School Location: Brookfield Community School, Southampton, SO31 7DU

Working Days: Wednesday - Friday - Minimum to 2 shifts a week

Shifts & Working hours: 4.30pm- 7.30pm (6 hours per week) - Overtime Available

Working Weeks: 37 weeks per year (term time only)

Pay Details: £3,126.66 per Annum

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Work as part of the catering team to provide a friendly, efficient, and hygienic service.
• Assist in preparing food and snacks for the site.
• Serve customers at the counter and operate the till.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, tidy, and safe at all times.

We welcome applicants with excellent customer service skills, ideally from catering or retail backgrounds. But don’t worry if that’s not you—we’re not just in the business of making school food; we’re here to make good food that our clients and customers love!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Work close to home with daytime hours—weekends and evenings free.
• Enjoy all school holidays off for fantastic work-life balance.
• Receive a free meal on shift.
• Access a wide range of free qualifications and career development opportunities.
• Benefit from a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers.
• Take part in monthly incentives for top-performing teams, including shopping vouchers.

If you think you’ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we’d love to hear from you!?

A short kitchen visit and interview will be required for this role.

IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for.

We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.