Catering Assistant

Sodexo; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 4,800 - 5,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing app

24/7 virtual GP

Colleague discounts

Retirement plan

Life assurance

Learning & development

Cycle to Work

Uniform provided

Job summary

Sodexo is recruiting a Catering Assistant at Shrubland Street Community Primary School in Leamington Spa. The role supports the delivery of school meals as part of a wider catering team. The position is term-time only, permanent, part-time, with 10 hours per week.

You will assist with food preparation and serving, keep kitchens and dining areas clean, and follow hygiene and safety procedures. Full training is provided and a friendly team supports you every day.

Qualifications

• Prospective candidate should have a positive attitude and reliability.
• Strong teamwork and clear communication are essential.
• Good organisation and attention to detail are required.
• Ability to work in a busy school catering environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and serving of food and beverages.
• Maintain clean, safe kitchen and dining areas.
• Replenish displays and service counters as needed.
• Support deliveries and stock supplies as required.
• Follow food hygiene and health & safety procedures.
• Provide friendly, helpful service to pupils, staff and visitors.

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Communication

Organised & detail-oriented

Busy-environment resilience

Job description

Catering Assistant

Location:Shrubland Street Community Primary School, 113 Shrubland St, Leamington Spa, CV31 2AR
Pay:£12.71 per hour
Hours:10 hours per week
Working Pattern:Monday-Friday, 11:30am-1:30pm
Contract: Term Time Only - 38 weeks, Permanent, Part Time)

A role that fits around your life

Looking for a role with a great work-life balance? Join Sodexo as a Catering Assistant at Shrubland Street Community Primary School, supporting the delivery of fresh, high-quality school meals as part of a wider school catering team supplied by Trinity Catholic School.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a friendly, supportive team, helping ensure pupils enjoy a positive lunchtime experience. If you take pride in delivering great service, enjoy working in a school environment and want to make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you!

About the Role

As a CateringAssistant, you'll support the day-to-day running of a busy food service operation. From preparing and serving food to keeping the kitchen and dining areas clean and organised, you'll help ensure everything runs smoothly.

You’ll work as part of a supportive team delivering great service while maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.

What You'll Do

• Assist with the preparation and serving of food and beverages
• Maintain clean, safe and hygienic kitchen and dining areas
• Replenish food displays and service counters as required
• Support deliveries and store supplies appropriately
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures
• Provide a friendly and helpful service to customers, colleagues or visitors

What We're Looking For

• A positive and reliable attitude
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a busy environment and prioritise tasks
• Previous catering or food service experience is helpful but not essential, as full training will be provided

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job - it's a chance to be part of a team where you're valued and supported. We're committed to helping our colleagues grow, feel well and succeed.

You'll have access to wellbeing and mental health support, an Employee Assistance Programme for everyday advice and guidance, and a wellbeing app with rewards for healthy living and access to a 24/7 virtual GP.

We also offer colleague discounts for you, your friends and family, financial wellbeing tools, a retirement plan and life assurance. Alongside competitive pay, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities, volunteering initiatives, a Cycle to Work scheme, and a supportive working environment - with full training and uniform provided.

Additional Information

Term Time Only - Equated Pay
This role works 38 weeks per year. Your salary will be paid in equal monthly instalments across 12 months, meaning you receive consistent pay throughout the year, including during school closure periods.

Further details will be provided during the interview process.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.

Ready to be part of something greater?