Catering Assistant

Caterlink LTD; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Catering Assistant at Northwood Secondary School, where you will play a vital role in delivering fresh food solutions to students. This term-time only position offers flexibility, allowing you to work Monday to Friday without weekends. You will assist in food preparation, maintain high hygiene standards, and provide excellent service, all while contributing to a diverse and inclusive environment. With access to training and wellbeing services, this role is perfect for those looking to grow in the catering industry.

Benefits

Employee Discount Platform

Wellbeing Services

Pension Scheme Eligibility

Blended Learning Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and service.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tasty food and snacks for students.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and service areas.
• Provide friendly and hygienic service to customers.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Job description

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist. For over 20 years, the company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, and Colleges across the UK. The company caters to more than 1,000,000 meals a week. Our "Fresh Food Policy" is the foundation of our success and growth in the market, coupled with a desire to truly deliver on our promises to clients and support our site-based teams.

Job Description

We are hiring for a Catering Assistant at Northwood Secondary School to perform a variety of food production tasks along with food service in our schools. This role is working term-time only and no weekends, making it ideal for those seeking flexibility.

The role includes:

• £12.21 per hour
• 25 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• Term-time only – working approximately 195 weeks per year

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the preparation of tasty food and snacks
• Complying with Caterlink Health and Safety and Food Safety standards and procedures
• Maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, counter, and restaurant areas
• Providing friendly, efficient, and hygienic service to all customers
• Representing Caterlink and maintaining a positive brand image

Caterlink strives to provide a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where every individual is treated with respect and fairness, with opportunities for growth.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Hygiene
• Online Knowledge Centre training

Additional Information

Benefits include:

• A blended learning programme with formal qualifications, apprenticeships, classroom training, eLearning, and on-the-job training
• Access to our Employee Discount Platform for savings at supermarkets, cinemas, restaurants, holiday discounts, family days out, and more
• Full access to Wellbeing Services, including the Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP benefits, free for you and your family
• Potential eligibility to join our Pension scheme