Catering Assistant

Aspens Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A catering company in Greater London is seeking a Catering Assistant to deliver excellent customer service and assist with meal preparation. This role offers a term-time working schedule with no weekend shifts, providing a great work-life balance. Ideal candidates will possess strong customer service skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment. Training will be provided for necessary food hygiene practices.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Career development opportunities

Training provided

Qualifications

• Passion for serving high standards of food and service.
• Basic understanding of Health and Safety practices.
• Previous catering or food service experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Create a fantastic dining experience for students and staff.
• Serve food and operate the tills.
• Assist the chefs with meal preparation.
• Ensure a clean and organised kitchen environment.
• Adhere to Food Hygiene and Health & Safety policies.

Skills

Exceptional customer service skills

Friendly personality

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

Job description

Summary

As Catering Assistant, your core task is to be the face of our service, delivering excellent customer service with a smile, while getting hands‑on with the preparation of delicious, nutritious, and high‑quality meals made with fresh, sustainable ingredients.

Package

At Stir, we give our teams the time, freedom, and tools they need to feel pride in their work every single day! You’ll also benefit from a true commitment to work‑life balance:

Monday to Friday working only‑say goodbye to all weekend shifts!

6.5 hours working with no late nights.

38 working weeks per year, structured around the term‑time calendar (maximising time with family and friends!).

£12.21 per hour

Join a fast‑growing, ambitious company dedicated to supporting your long‑term career development.

Access to our dedicated Learning & Development team for apprenticeships and advanced training courses available to all staff.

Crucial Note : We expect all staff to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children / young people. This role requires a mandatory enhanced DBS disclosure. Due to high demand for this key position, the role may be filled before the official closing date.

Main Responsibilities

• Service Excellence : Work as a dynamic part of the team to create a fantastic dining experience for all our students and staff—you’re key to lunchtime happiness!
• Customer Champion : Serve food and operate the tills (don't worry, we provide full training!).
• Culinary Support : Jump in and assist the chefs with meal preparation, playing a vital role in bringing our delicious menus to life.
• Keep it Sparkling : Ensure a clean and organised kitchen environment at all times.
• Safety First: Adhering to all guidelines, including Food Hygiene and Health & Safety policies.

Ideal Candidate

• We need someone who shares our passion for serving up the highest standards of food and service.
• A friendly, versatile personality with the energy to thrive in a fast‑paced, busy environment.
• Exceptional customer service skills are a must—you love interacting with people!
• Previous catering or food service experience is a bonus.
• A basic understanding of Health and Safety practices.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 is great, but not essential—we believe in training, so we’ll provide it for the right enthusiastic candidate!