Catering Assistant

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term time roles

Weekly pay

Ongoing temporary work

Flexible shifts

Childcare-friendly hours

Friendly agency support

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is recruiting experienced Catering Assistants for temporary roles in Colchester, commencing September. This position involves supporting school catering operations, with term-time hours that align with school schedules, offering flexibility around childcare.

Duties typically include food preparation, serving, and maintaining cleanliness standards. The role provides weekly pay and the opportunity to choose shifts that suit your availability, ideal for those seeking ongoing

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience in a school or similar environment.
• Food Safety and Food Allergen knowledge preferred.
• DBS check for child-related work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Support Chef/Catering Manager and school kitchen teams.
• Assist with preparation and service of hot and cold foods.
• Serve meals to children and liaise with teachers and care workers.
• Operate tills and handle payments where applicable.
• Clean down and close units and maintain hygiene standards.
• Follow food safety and allergen regulations at all times.
• Ensure service areas are clean, organized and well stocked.
• Collaborate with school staff to deliver efficient service.

Skills

Catering experience

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Berkeley Scott is recruiting experienced Catering Assistants for temporary roles in Colchester, commencing September. This position involves supporting school catering operations, with term-time hours that align with school schedules, offering flexibility around childcare. Duties typically include food preparation, serving, and maintaining cleanliness standards. The role provides weekly pay and the opportunity to choose shifts that suit your availability, ideal for those seeking ongoing temporary work. Key skills required include prior catering experience, reliability, and the ability to work collaboratively within a school setting. A competitive salary is offered. This is a chance to build experience within a supportive environment.

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are actively recruiting experienced Catering Assistants for the new school year starting in September! Working with our client, Impact Food Group, we have a variety of Catering Assistant roles available across schools in the Shepperton area. If you are an experienced Catering Assistant looking for flexible work and weekly pay we would love to hear from you.

Benefits of Working as a Catering Assistant

• Term time roles


• School hours to work around your own childcare requirements


• Weekly pay


• Ongoing temporary Catering Assistant work


• Opportunities for regular shifts


• The flexibility to choose shifts that suit your availability


• The chance to build experience


• Friendly and supportive agency team available to support you throughout your assignments

As a Catering Assistant, your duties will include:

• Supporting Chef/Catering Manager and kitchen teams


• Assisting with the preparation and service of hot and cold food items


• Assisting with food service of children, liasing with teachers and care workers


• Operating tills and handling payments where required
  
• Clearing down and closing units at the end of shifts


• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene


• Following food safety and food allergen legislation at all times


• Ensuring food service areas remain clean, organised and well stocked


• Working closely with all school staff to deliver an efficient service

What We Are Looking For In Our Catering Assistants

• Previous experience working as a Catering Assistant


• Experience working in education would be advantageous


• Food Safety and Food Allergen qualifications, or willingness to complete them, is essential


• Possession of an Enhanced DBS with child barring or the willingness to obtain one is essential


• Strong communication and organisational skills


• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced catering environments


• A positive, reliable and professional approach to work


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Passion for delivering excellent service and supporting busy catering operations

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