Catering Assistant

onlyFE; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Grimsby is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months of experience in a customer service-based catering role and possess a strong knowledge of food hygiene. Responsibilities include providing exceptional service, supporting the catering function, and engaging with both staff and students. This part-time position offers a competitive salary and access to various group benefits.

Benefits

Pension Membership

Christmas Closure Days

Occupational sick pay scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

24-hour Employee Helpline

Cycle to Work

Saving Schemes

Staff discounts on campus

Qualifications

• At least 12 months experience within a customer service led catering/hospitality role.
• Experience working in a kitchen and front of house.
• Must hold Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the catering function providing exceptional service.
• Uphold and promote establishment values and service style.
• Respond to the needs of the business in terms of volume.

Skills

Customer service experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

Catering Assistant (25/463)

£23,750 FTE (£12,722.30 pro rata per annum) • 24 hours per week, 36 weeks per year • Permanent

Location: The Grimsby Institute

The Grimsby Institute is part of the TEC Partnership, which is a large, innovative, dynamic and financially sound organisation.

We are now offering a fantastic opportunity to join the Grimsby Institute in the role of Catering Assistant. If you are a team player who is passionate about helping learners reach their full potential, then we want to hear from you!

About The Role

You will assist in the catering function, by providing exceptional levels of service within the environment whilst upholding and promoting the establishment values, service style methods and responding to the needs of the business in terms of volume at every point of the customer experience.

About The Person

The successful candidate will have at least 12 months experience within a customer service led catering/hospitality role with experience working in a kitchen and front of house. You will have specialist knowledge of food hygiene and as a friendly face to staff and students, you will have excellent communication skills and be enthusiastic within your work.

What We Offer

In return for your skills and experience, we can offer you access to a wide range of Group benefits, such as:

• Pension Membership
• Christmas Closure Days
• Occupational sick pay scheme (higher than statute)*
• Occupational Maternity/Adoption pay (higher than statute)*
• Life Assurance Scheme and Death Grant
• 24-hour Employee Helpline – Free and confidential
• Cycle to Work
• Saving Schemes
• Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan – monthly payments
• UNUM Dental Cash Plan – monthly payments
• Staff discounts on campus e.g., Hair & Beauty/ Bakery/ Gym etc

If having read the job description you are interested in this role, please press the “Apply Online” button and send us your application.

The closing date for this advert is 1st February 2026

The TEC Partnership is committed to Prevent Duty, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and promoting British Values within the workplace. We are an equal opportunity workplace. Safeguarding is a priority for us, as well as ensuring the welfare of children and young people and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, references that cover the last two years of employment and online screening. Other checks may also be required.

Please note that all employees must have Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2.