Catering Assistant

Aspens Services Ltd; Castleford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK seeks a Catering Assistant to support kitchen operations during school term time. Responsibilities include assisting with food preparation, providing customer service at the tills, and maintaining health and safety standards. Ideal candidates are team players with a passion for food service. This role offers 16 hours per week with a pay rate of £12.21 per hour, ensuring enjoyable working hours free from late nights and weekends.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Training and development opportunities

No late nights or weekends

Qualifications

• Ability to provide friendly, polite customer service.
• Willingness to assist in basic food preparation.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and clean kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen team with food preparation.
• Interact with customers during service.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Team player

Previous catering or fast-paced service experience

Basic knowledge of health and safety practices

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification

Job description

As a Catering Assistant, you will be a vital part of the team, supporting our kitchen in basic food preparation and delivering excellent service that makes the lunchtime rush run smoothly. You'll be making a real difference through responsibilities that include:

• Customer Interaction: Working on the tills during service (don't worry, full training is provided!).
• Front‑Line Service: Providing friendly, polite customer service to all students and staff.
• Essential Support: Assisting the team with basic food preparation.
• Maintaining Standards: Ensuring a safe, clean kitchen environment and meeting Health and Safety compliance.

We're looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools.

Qualifications & Skills

• You're a team player and thrive as part of a busy team.
• You have previous catering or fast‑paced service experience.
• You have a basic knowledge of health and safety practices.
• The Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification is great, but not essential as we can provide the training!

Aspens Services is a market‑leading contract caterer specialising in school food. We don't just serve meals—we create fantastic food experiences that fuel young minds! By blending deep knowledge of the education sector with the latest food trends, we encourage creativity and excitement in every kitchen.

Our commitment to quality care for both clients and children has fueled rapid growth, and we are looking for passionate people like you to join our journey.

You'll work Monday to Friday during school term time – that means no late nights, no weekends and no working at Christmas!

Hours & Compensation

• 16 hours per week
• 38 weeks per year – what will you do with all that time off?
• £12.21 per hour

Career Growth & Development

• Join a fast‑growing, ambitious company. We have no ceiling in terms of where you can take your career in catering.
• Benefit from a dedicated Learning & Development team offering apprenticeship and training courses to help you constantly develop your skills.

Ready to start a rewarding career with amazing hours? Apply today!

Please note: All staff must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. The company will seek an enhanced DBS disclosure.