Catering assistant

Link 3 Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a reliable Catering Assistant to join a friendly team at a secondary school in Chesterfield, East Midlands. The role involves meal preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and ensuring a smooth food service. Suitable for those seeking term-time work with flexible hours, previous catering experience is a plus but not required.

Benefits

Supportive school environment

Competitive hourly rate

Term-time only role

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a busy environment and manage time effectively.
• Previous experience in a catering or kitchen role is desirable but not essential.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and serving of meals.
• Supporting with kitchen duties including cleaning and maintaining hygiene standards.
• Setting up and clearing away food service areas.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Location: East Midlands, Derbyshire, Chesterfield

Job Type: Temporary, full time

Secondary Industry: Education and Training

About the Role: We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Catering Assistant to join a friendly catering team at a secondary school in Chesterfield. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering excellent service to students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and serving of meals
• Supporting with kitchen duties including cleaning, washing up, and maintaining hygiene standards
• Setting up and clearing away food service areas
• Ensuring health and safety procedures are followed at all times
• Working effectively as part of a team to deliver a smooth and efficient service

Requirements

• Previous experience in a catering or kitchen role is desirable but not essential
• Ability to work in a busy environment and manage time effectively
• A positive and flexible approach to work
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• An enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer

• A supportive school environment
• Term-time only role perfect for work-life balance
• Competitive hourly rate
• Opportunity to gain experience within an education setting