Catering Assistant

Kellan Group; Oxenholme; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term time roles

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Ongoing temporary work

Regular shifts

Supportive agency team

Job summary

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are actively recruiting experienced Catering Assistants for the new school year starting in September. Roles available across schools in the Oxenholme and surrounding Lake District area, offering term-time hours and flexible shifts.

Weekly pay, ongoing temporary work, and opportunities for regular shifts. Ideal for those with Food Safety and Allergen qualifications and a valid Enhanced DBS.

Qualifications

• Food Safety and Food Allergen qualifications are essential or willingness to complete them.
• Enhanced DBS with child barring or willingness to obtain one is essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced catering environments.
• Positive, reliable and professional approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Support chef/catering manager and kitchen teams.
• Assist with preparation and service of hot and cold food items.
• Assist with food service of children and liaise with teachers and care staff.
• Operate tills and handle payments where required.
• Clear down and close units at end of shifts.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Food Safety

Allergen Awareness

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are actively recruiting experienced Catering Assistants for the new school year starting in September!

Working with a variety of eduction clients, we have a variety of Catering Assistant roles available across schools in the Oxenholme and surroung Lake District 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

As a Catering Assistant, your duties will include:

• 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 In Our Catering Assistants

• 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

If you are an experienced Catering Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, Food Service Assistant, we would love to hear from you.

Pay rates are dependent on experience and/or client and role booked.