Catering Assistant

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Epsom; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 17,908; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term time roles

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Ongoing temporary work

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is seeking a Catering Assistant for temporary positions in Epsom, starting in September. Term-time hours align with school schedules, offering flexibility for childcare and weekly pay.

Duties include assisting with food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining cleanliness. Prior catering experience is valued, with ongoing opportunities for regular work within a supportive agency setting.

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience is required.
• Food Safety and Food Allergen qualifications or willingness to complete them are essential.
• Enhanced DBS with child safeguarding or willingness to obtain one is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and serving meals.
• Support kitchen teams and ensure cleanliness and hygiene.
• Liaise with teachers and care workers to deliver meals in schools.

Skills

Catering experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Food Safety qualification

Enhanced DBS with child safeguarding

Job description

Berkeley Scott is seeking a Catering Assistant for temporary positions in Epsom, starting in September. Working with Impact Food Group across local schools, this role offers term-time hours that align with school schedules, making it suitable for those with childcare needs. You will receive weekly pay and have the flexibility to select shifts that match your availability. Key responsibilities include assisting with food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining cleanliness. This position values prior catering experience and provides ongoing opportunities for regular work in a supportive agency setting. The salary is competitive.

If you are an experienced Catering Assistant seeking adaptable employment, this role in Epsom may be ideal.

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are actively recruiting experienced Catering Assistants for the new school year starting in September! Working with our client, Impact Food Group, we have a variety of Catering Assistant roles available across schools in the Epsom area. If you are an experienced Catering Assistant looking for flexible work and weekly pay we would love to hear from you.

Benefits of Working as a Catering Assistant

• Term time roles
• School hours to work around your own childcare requirements
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing temporary Catering Assistant work
• Opportunities for regular shifts
• The flexibility to choose shifts that suit your availability
• The chance to build experience
• Friendly and supportive agency team available to support you throughout your assignments

Duties

• Supporting Chef/Catering Manager and kitchen teams
• Assisting with the preparation and service of hot and cold food items
• Assisting with food service of children, liasing with teachers and care workers
• Operating tills and handling payments where required
• Clearing down and closing units at the end of shifts
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Following food safety and food allergen legislation at all times
• Ensuring food service areas remain clean, organised and well stocked
• Working closely with all school staff to deliver an efficient service

What We Are Looking For

• Previous experience working as a Catering Assistant
• Experience working in education would be advantageous
• Food Safety and Food Allergen qualifications, or willingness to complete them, is essential
• Possession of an Enhanced DBS with child barring or the willingness to obtain one is essential
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced catering environments
• A positive, reliable and professional approach to work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for delivering excellent service and supporting busy catering operations

Equal Opportunities

Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott, RK and Quantica) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.

We operate as an employment agency and employment business.

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