Catering Assistant

Kirklees College; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A further education institution in Dewsbury is seeking a Catering Assistant to deliver excellent catering services. You will be responsible for food preparation, kitchen hygiene, and customer interaction in a small team. The ideal candidate will have experience in catering and a commitment to safeguarding children and young people. This role offers opportunities for development and various benefits.

Benefits

Staff development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Retail and leisure discounts

Reduced Metro travel

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or customer-focused catering role is required.
• The ability to engage with young people and staff is important.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Manage orders with suppliers and stock shelves.
• Prepare and present food according to college standards.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and food safety compliance.
• Handle cash transactions and use a till.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer interaction

Food preparation

Kitchen hygiene

Education

Level 1 Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Job Title

Catering Assistant

Salary

£24,250 FTE pro rata (per annum)

Location

Dewsbury, Kirklees College

Hours & Weeks per Year

30 hours / 38 weeks

Overview

As part of a small catering team at Kirklees College Dewsbury site, you will provide an excellent refectory service to students and staff. Your role involves food preparation, presentation, service, kitchen hygiene, customer interaction and cash handling. You will work under the Catering Team Leader, ensuring a welcoming yet professional environment that reflects college values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Place orders with suppliers, manage deliveries and lift/stack shelves and fridges.
• Prepare, cook and present food and drinks in line with college quality standards.
• Maintain kitchen and refectory cleanliness, hygiene and order.
• Use a till and handle cash transactions.
• Ensure compliance with the college’s food safety policy and Health & Safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Current Level 1 Food Hygiene certificate (desirable).
• Experience in a kitchen or customer‑focused catering role.
• Good communication skills and the ability to engage with young people and staff.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Benefits & Development

Staff development opportunities include mentoring, external qualification funding and managerial skills development. Additional benefits include an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.

Diversity Statement

We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Application Deadline

Closed 19 December 2025. The advert may close earlier if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.