Catering Assistant

Kirklees College; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Huddersfield is seeking a Catering Assistant to support the Catering Supervisor in delivering quality food services to students and staff. Key responsibilities include preparing and serving food, maintaining hygiene standards, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates must have a Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate and relevant kitchen experience. This role offers staff development opportunities and benefits, creating a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Staff development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Retail and leisure discounts

Reduced Metro travel

Qualifications

• Current Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate (essential).
• Demonstrable experience of working in a kitchen with a customer-focused catering role.
• Enhanced DBS required for all employees at the college.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team and place orders directly or through stores.
• Receipt of deliveries, including temperature checks; management of stock.
• Prepare, cook, present and serve food and drinks; ensure sufficient variety and quality in accordance with menus.
• Keep the kitchen and refectory clean, hygienic and presentable.
• Handle cash and use a till; adhere to Health & Safety regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service; communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Show commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Catering Assistant

Salary: £16,882 pro rata (FTE £24,250)

Location: Huddersfield

Hours and Weeks per Year: 30 hours / 38 weeks

At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors. Both roles are based at one of the sites in Huddersfield. You will support and work with the Catering Supervisor to provide students and staff with a high standard of quality food with a varied menu, healthy options, and inclusive of dietary requirements, ensuring value for money.

We are a successful college continually striving to improve. You will be part of our story and contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team and place orders directly or through stores.
• Receipt of deliveries, including temperature checks; management of stock.
• Prepare, cook, present and serve food and drinks; ensure sufficient variety and quality in accordance with menus.
• Keep the kitchen and refectory clean, hygienic and presentable.
• Handle cash and use a till; adhere to Health & Safety regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service; communicate effectively with students and staff; demonstrate the college values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence.
• Show commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Current Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate (essential).
• Demonstrable experience of working in a kitchen with a customer-focused catering role.
• Enhanced DBS required for all employees at the college.

Development and Benefits

• Staff development opportunities including mentoring, financial contributions for external qualifications, and skills development for current and aspiring managers.
• Access to staff benefits including employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts, and reduced Metro travel.

Other Information

• We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a high volume of suitable applications is received.
• Closing Date: 28.09.2025 (11:59pm). Proposed interview date: to be confirmed.
• To apply, download and complete the Kirklees College Application Form and attach it as your application. If you have queries, contact [e-mail].
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion statement: we welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to flexible working and wellbeing. Pre-employment checks including DBS, online searches and references apply.

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