Catering Assistant

Impact Food Group; Rainham; On-site; GBP 9,400 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Career development opportunities

Staff discount at retailers

Monthly incentives

Job summary

Impact Food Group is hiring a Catering Assistant for Harris Academy Rainham, Rainham, Havering RM13 9XD. The role runs Monday to Friday, 10am–2pm, 20 hours per week during term time.

You'll join a busy school kitchen team, assist with food prep, serve at the counter, and keep areas clean and safe. DBS check is required. Weekly schedule offers school holidays off and a supporting environment.

Qualifications

• DBS check required.
• Term-time only schedule (37 weeks per year).

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the catering team to provide a friendly, efficient, and hygienic service.
• Assist in preparing food and snacks for the site.
• Serve customers at the counter and operate the till.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, tidy, and safe at all times.

Job description

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.

Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector.

We're looking for people who are passionate about great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact.

About the role

Job Title: Catering Assistant

School Location: Harris Academy Rainham, Rainham, Havering, RM13 9XD

Working Days: Monday to Friday

Shifts & Working hours: 10am-2pm (20hours per week)

Working Weeks: 37weeks per year (term time only)

Pay Details: £10,422.20 per Annum

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Work as part of the catering team to provide a friendly, efficient, and hygienic service.
• Assist in preparing food and snacks for the site.
• Serve customers at the counter and operate the till.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, tidy, and safe at all times.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Work close to home with daytime hours—weekends and evenings free.
• Enjoy all school holidays off for fantastic work-life balance.
• Receive a free meal on shift.
• Access a wide range of free qualifications and career development opportunities.
• Benefit from a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers.
• Take part in monthly incentives for top-performing teams, including shopping vouchers.

A short kitchen visit and interview will be required for this role.

IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for.

We are committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.