Catering Assistant

Impact Food Group; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Qualifications & career development

Staff discount

Monthly incentives

Job summary

Impact Food Group is seeking a Catering Assistant for St Mary's Catholic College in Wallasey. This part-time role runs Monday to Friday, 9am–2:30pm, 27.5 hours per week, term-time only, 37 weeks per year, with a salary of £14,330.53.

You'll join a friendly catering team, prepare snacks, serve at the counter, handle the till, and keep areas clean and safe. DBS check will be required.

Qualifications

• Provide friendly, hygienic service to students and staff.
• Assist in food preparation and snack prep for the site.
• Operate the till and handle cash accurately.
• Maintain clean, safe kitchen and dining areas.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the catering team to provide a friendly, efficient, and hygienic service.
• Assist in preparing food and snacks for the site.
• Serve customers at the counter and operate the till.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, tidy, and safe at all times.

Skills

Customer service

Hygiene

Food prep

Cash handling

Tools

Till / Cash register

Job description

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.

Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector.

We’re looking for people who are passionate about great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact.

About The Role

• Job Title: Catering Assistant
• School Location: St Mary's Catholic College , Wallasey, CH45 3LN
• Working Days: Monday to Friday
• Shifts & Working hours: 9am-2.30pm (27.5 hours per week)
• Working Weeks: 37 weeks per year (term time only)
• Pay Details: £14,330.53 per Annum

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work as part of the catering team to provide a friendly, efficient, and hygienic service.
• Assist in preparing food and snacks for the site.
• Serve customers at the counter and operate the till.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, tidy, and safe at all times.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Work close to home with daytime hours—weekends and evenings free.
• Enjoy all school holidays off for fantastic work-life balance.
• Receive a free meal on shift.
• Access a wide range of free qualifications and career development opportunities.
• Benefit from a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers.
• Take part in monthly incentives for top-performing teams, including shopping vouchers.

If you think you’ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we’d love to hear from you!?

A short kitchen visit and interview will be required for this role.

IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for.

We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.