Catering Assistant

Lexington-Catering; Reigate and Banstead; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals and refreshments

Flexible working patterns

Holidays aligned with school calendar

Leave for life’s important moments

Volunteer day opportunities

Career development opportunities

Pension scheme and life cover

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Lexington Catering is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our specialist school catering team. The role offers term-time hours, typically 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with a focus on front-line service and a friendly customer experience.

You will help keep the kitchen and service areas clean, stay updated on menus, and ensure safety and hygiene standards are met. Experience in catering and barista work is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Front line focused with a genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Team player who works well with colleagues and pupils.
• Catering and barista experience desirable but not essential.
• Willing to learn and follow school-term patterns.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are clean, well-presented, and well-stocked.
• Keep menus up to date and aware of food offerings.
• Provide warm and friendly service to pupils, staff, and visitors.
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Front line focus

Customer service

Team player

Catering experience

Barista experience

Job description

Posted Monday 27 July 2026 at 00:00 | Expires Monday 24 August 2026 at 23:59

We’re 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 isn’t simply fuel, it’s 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. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t 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!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!