Catering Assistant

TSAT; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A catering service provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join the team at Brixham College. The ideal candidate will support meal preparations, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and promote healthy eating among students. This role offers term-time working hours from 9 am to 2 pm, allowing for a great work-life balance. Experience in catering is appreciated but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Benefits

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Free flu vaccinations

Gym membership

Parking on site

Blue Light Card discount access

Uniform tax relief

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering environment is welcome but not required.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a busy kitchen environment.
• Takes pride in work and enjoys teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support the Chef in preparing and serving meals.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.
• Promote healthy eating among students.

Skills

Team player

Can-do attitude

Interest in food

Job description

Are you passionate about food and love working as part of a friendly team? Do you want a role that fits around school hours and makes a real difference in students' lives?

Thinking Food is proud to provide nutritious high‑quality meals at Brixham College and we're looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our established on‑site team.

What Youll Be Doing:

• Supporting the Chef in preparing cooking and serving tasty nutritious meals.
• Helping to keep the kitchen clean, safe and running smoothly.
• Promoting healthy eating and creating a positive dining experience for students.
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety at all times.

What We're Looking For:

• A team player with a can‑do attitude and a smile.
• Experience in a catering environment is great but not essential.
• A genuine interest in food and a willingness to learn.
• Someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a busy supportive team.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a friendly supportive team.
• Enjoy term‑time working hours perfect for work‑life balance.
• Make a real impact on students' health and wellbeing.
• Full training provided and opportunities to develop your skills.

If you're ready to bring energy, enthusiasm and a love of food to the table we want to hear from you!

The working pattern for this role is term‑time only Monday to Friday – 9 am – 2 pm.

About You

About Us

Since becoming a member of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, Brixham College has adopted our cognitive approach to education which holds the development of thinking skills and tools at the heart of its teaching methods. Thinking Food embodies this ethos with a varied menu designed to fuel students' thinking with a range of balanced nutritious meals.

We have partnered with Educatering, a branch of Goosemoor Foodservice Ltd, to create a unique menu which is both global and local: it provides students with an opportunity to explore worldwide flavours and cuisines whilst being dedicated to using local suppliers and sustainable produce.

Thinking Food at Brixham College operates across three serving stations: The Hut, The Shack and The Canteen. The Hut serves a variety of pizza and pasta dishes daily while The Shack specialises in Grab n Go and Light Bites and The Canteen offers main meals. Students have a huge range of meals and snacks to choose from including vegan and vegetarian options. Main meals range from British classics like Yorkshire pudding wraps and Proper Cornish sausage rolls to more exotic options such as Katsu Chicken Curry and Halloumi and Red Pepper Burgers.

What We can offer you:

What our Trust will offer you:

• Staff Wellbeing: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy free gym membership.
• Refer a Friend Scheme: Spread the word and benefit financially from it.
• Annual leave: An entitlement of 27 days increasing to 31 after 5 years of continuous service (pro‑rata for part‑time staff).
• Convenient parking: Park for free in our on‑site staff car park.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and more.
• Tax relief on uniform: Claim for uniform maintenance with no receipts required.

Next Steps

If you are interested in working at our Trust benefitting from a supportive network of colleagues and are keen to progress your career then please apply today!

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

If you would like to arrange an informal conversation to discuss the role in more detail please contact Tracy Styles via email: [email protected]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates. If you have any questions regarding this process please email [email protected]

Key Skills

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Employment Type: Hourly

Experience: – years

Vacancy: 1