Catering Assistant

Elior Uk; Reigate; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 15,153; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working

School-calendar holidays

Volunteering days

Career development

Pension & life cover

Job summary

Elior UK is hiring a Catering Assistant to support front-line service in a school environment. You will help keep the dining area inviting, greet pupils and staff, and contribute to smooth service during term-time hours.

The role emphasizes food safety, customer care, and teamwork, with a pattern of Monday to Friday from 10:00 to 2:00. Flexible, part-time opportunities are available, including evenings or extra shifts as school calendars allow.

Qualifications

• Front-of-house hospitality experience desired.
• Customer service excellence.
• Team player and flexible.

Responsibilities

• Keep kitchen and service area clean, well-presented and stocked.
• Maintain awareness of menus and offerings.
• Provide warm, friendly customer service.
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety compliance.

Skills

Front line focus

Customer service

Team player

Job description

We7re a specialist catering company dedicated to providing delicious, healthy and exciting food for Independent Schools. We know the crucial role that food can play on a pupil s ability to learn, develop and ultimately flourish. Food isnt simply fuel, its critical to creating happy, healthy and inquisitive young minds.
Lexington is committed to safeguarding childrenand colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be requiredto have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, includingChildren's Barred List.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Catering Assistant, you will have plenty of responsibilities and opportunities to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday term time only. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

What can you bring?

• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Catering and Barista experience desirable but not essential

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. Thats why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here s whats waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesnt run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!