Catering Assistant

Holroyd Howe; Petworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join their team in a prestigious educational setting. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vibrant kitchen environment while ensuring high standards of meal services and customer satisfaction. With a focus on work-life balance, employees enjoy free meals, discounts at major supermarkets, and various team events throughout the year. If you are adaptable, customer-focused, and thrive in a team-oriented atmosphere, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free meals during work hours

28 holiday days including bank holidays

Training and development opportunities

Employee recognition awards

Employee Benefits Platform

Employee Assistance Program

Recommend a Friend scheme

Team events throughout the year

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license preferred due to location.
• Enhanced DBS check required for safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meal services and maintain high standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and organize effectively.
• Maintain a strong understanding of health and safety.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Health and Safety Awareness

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Catering Assistant

Salary: £12.55 per hour (term time only)

Working Weeks: Approximately 38 weeks paid per year

Hours and Shifts

Term time; typically a mixture of 10am-2pm and 11am-3pm shifts.

Shift Patterns: Mostly Monday to Friday with occasional weekends.

Location

The school is located at South Down’s Lavington Park, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty spanning 400 acres.

About the Role

If you are a Catering Assistant seeking to work for a company that values its people and in a prestigious educational setting, we encourage you to apply. You could be the essential ingredient in our kitchen!

Benefits

• Work/life balance and daily savings at various businesses
• Discounts at major supermarkets including Sainsbury's, Asda, Tesco, and Waitrose
• Free meals during work hours
• 28 holiday days including bank holidays (pro-rata for term-time employees)
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee recognition awards
• Employee Benefits Platform
• Employee Assistance Program
• Recommend a Friend scheme
• HIT Apprenticeships
• Team events throughout the year

Responsibilities

• Deliver meal services and events to high standards
• Provide excellent customer service
• Organise your time effectively
• Maintain a strong understanding of health and safety
• Be adaptable, customer-focused, and well-organised
• Show attention to detail and work well within a team
• Maintain a flexible approach to work

Qualifications and Requirements

• A valid driver’s license and access to a car are preferred due to the school’s remote location
• Enhanced DBS check including Barred List is required
• Professional references will be required upon appointment

Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. All roles are considered regulated activity, requiring an Enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.