Catering Assistant

Cirencester College; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS defined benefit pension scheme (l

Sick pay scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site car parking

On-site fitness suite

Refectory

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Job summary

Cirencester College is seeking a Catering Assistant to join its refectory team in Cirencester, Gloucestershire. The role involves preparing and serving breakfast, lunch and snacks for students and staff, with a focus on hygiene and efficiency.

The post requires a flexible, team-oriented approach, with training offered for a Level 2 hygiene certificate. Core hours are weekdays, with potential overtime and occasional weekends during term-time.

Qualifications

• Willing to work towards a Level 2 hygiene certificate.
• Previous catering experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch and snacks to students and staff.
• Clean and wash up as part of the refectory team.
• Support flexible hours and assist during term-time and occasional overtime.

Skills

Flexible

Team player

Education

Level 2 hygiene certificate

Job description

Catering Assistant

Location: Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Salary: £24,539 FTE per annum

Contract: Fractional (35 hours per week), Permanent, Term-Time Only (38 weeks per year)

Organisation: Cirencester College

Required: Immediate Start Available

Job Description

We are looking for a flexible team-player to join our Refectory Team. The role will include preparing and serving breakfast, lunch and snacks to students and staff plus cleaning and washing up.

Previous catering experience is desirable but not essential as training will be given. The post holder must have or be prepared to work towards a Level 2 hygiene certificate.

The core working hours are Monday to Friday from 7.30am to 3:00pm (35 hrs). A degree of flexibility is a must, as is the ability to work overtime and the occasional weekend when needed.

A job description is attached. We look forward to receiving your application.

Application Information

Closing Date: 6th October 2026, noon

We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date.

Benefits

• LGPS defined benefit pension scheme (including life assurance)
• Sick pay scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site car parking
• On-site fitness suite
• Refectory
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Additional Information

Cirencester College may carry out online searches during the recruitment process on shortlisted candidates, as part of due diligence checks.

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Cirencester College welcomes applications from all sectors of the community and is an equal opportunities employer.