Catering Assistant

Aspens Services Ltd.; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time hours

Training provided

DBS disclosure supported

Job summary

Aspens Services Ltd in Colchester is seeking a Catering Assistant to support our school kitchen during the lunchtimes. You will handle till duties during service, deliver friendly service to students and staff, and help with basic food preparation.

Interested candidates should have some catering or fast-paced service experience. Training is provided for health and safety; DBS checks may be required. The role offers term-time hours, Monday to Friday, with a permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Team player with experience in busy catering environments.
• Experience in fast-paced service or school dining is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices; training available.

Responsibilities

• Operate till during service with training provided.
• Provide friendly, polite customer service to students and staff.
• Assist the team with basic food preparation.
• Maintain a safe, clean kitchen and follow health and safety standards.

Skills

Team player

Catering/service experience

Health and safety awareness

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

Job description

# Catering Assistant## Job Introduction**About us:**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.**The role:**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**About you:**We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools.If you have these skills and qualities, we want to hear from you:* 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!**Why Join the Aspens Family?****Great Work-Life Balance:**You’ll work Monday to Friday during school term time - that means no late nights, no weekends and no working at Christmas!* 27.5 hours per week* 32 weeks per year - what will you do with all that time off?* £12.71 per hour**Career Growth and 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.*Apply+−Leaflet | OpenStreetMap contributors### Catering Assistant* **Salary** £12.71 - £12.71* Hourly* **Job Reference** JGT/TP/76/9758* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Closing Date** 11 November, 2026* **Job Category** Unit Level* **Business Unit** Aspens Services Ltd* **Location** Colchester , United Kingdom