Catering Assistant

Aspens Services Ltd; Saltburn by the Sea; On-site; GBP 4,959,000 - 5,786,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time schedule

DBS check provided

Learning & Development opportunities

Job summary

Aspens Services Ltd in Saltburn by the Sea is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant to support our school kitchens, handling basic food prep and serving during the lunchtime rush.

You’ll work Monday to Friday during school term time with no late nights, weekends or Christmas work. DBS check will be sought and training provided; the role offers apprenticeship and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Team player who thrives in a busy team.
• Experience in catering or fast-paced service.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Customer Interaction: Working on the tills during service (training provided).
• Front-Line Service: Providing friendly, polite customer service to all students and staff.
• Essential Support: Assisting the team with basic food preparation.
• Maintaining Standards: Ensuring a safe, clean kitchen environment and meeting Health and Safety compliance.

Skills

Team player

Catering experience

Health and safety

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

Job description

About us:Aspens Services is a market-leading contract caterer specialising in school food. We don't just serve meals-we create fantastic food experiences that fuel young minds! By blending deep knowledge of the education sector with the latest food trends, we encourage creativity and excitement in every kitchen. Our commitment to quality care for both clients and children has fueled rapid growth, and we are looking for passionate people like you to join our journey.The role:As a Catering Assistant, you will be a vital part of the team, supporting our kitchen in basic food preparation and delivering excellent service that makes the lunchtime rush run smoothly.You'll be making a real difference through responsibilities that include:Customer Interaction: Working on the tills during service (don't worry, full training is provided!).Front-Line Service: Providing friendly, polite customer service to all students and staff.Essential Support: Assisting the team with basic food
preparationMaintaining Standards: Ensuring a safe, clean kitchen environment and meeting Health and Safety complianceAbout you:We're looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools.If you have these skills and qualities, we want to hear from you:You're a team player and thrive as part of a busy teamYou have previous catering or fast-paced service experienceYou have a basic knowledge of health and safety practicesThe Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification is great, but not essential as we can provide the training!Why Join the Aspens Family?Great Work-Life Balance:You'll work Monday to Friday during school term time - that means no late nights, no weekends and no working at Christmas!7.5 hours per week38 weeks per year - what will you do with all that time off?£12.71 per hourCareer Growth and Development: Join a fast-growing, ambitious company. We have no ceiling in terms of where you can take your career in catering.Benefit from a
dedicated Learning & Development team offering apprenticeship and training courses to help you constantly develop your skills. Please note: All staff must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. The company will seek an enhanced DBS disclosure.