Catering Assistant

Berkeley Scott; Sefton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term time roles

Weekly pay

Ongoing shifts

Flexible scheduling

Supportive agency team

Childcare-friendly hours

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is recruiting experienced Catering Assistants for permanent roles in Southport, supporting education, healthcare and business sites. Successful applicants will assist with food preparation, service and kitchen cleanliness, maintaining hygiene standards throughout.

Positions offer term-time and non-term-time patterns, including school hours that fit around childcare needs, plus weekly pay and ongoing shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience is required.
• Food safety and allergen awareness are essential.
• DBS check (Enhanced) is essential or willingness to obtain one.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Support Chef/Catering Manager and kitchen teams.
• Assist with the preparation and service of hot and cold food items.
• Assist with food service of children, liaising with teachers and care workers.
• Operate tills and handle payments where required.
• Clear down and close units at the end of shifts.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Follow food safety and food allergen legislation at all times.
• Ensure service areas remain clean, organised and well stocked.
• Work closely with all school staff to deliver efficient service.

Skills

Previous catering experience

Food hygiene awareness

Teamwork and reliability

Job description

Berkeley Scott is recruiting experienced Catering Assistants for permanent roles in Southport, supporting education, healthcare and business sites. Successful applicants will assist with food preparation, service and kitchen cleanliness, maintaining hygiene standards throughout. Positions offer term-time and non-term-time patterns, including school hours that fit around childcare needs, plus weekly pay and ongoing shifts. Flexibility allows candidates to choose schedules matching their availability, with regular work across various units. Key skills include previous catering experience, food hygiene awareness, teamwork and reliability. The salary is competitive.

These permanent posts suit those seeking steady employment within a supportive setting.

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are actively recruiting experienced Catering Assistants in Southport for Education, Healthcare and businessandnbsp; and industry unitsandnbsp; Working with a variety of eduction, Healthcare and businessandnbsp; and industry,andnbsp; we have a variety of Catering Assistant roles available across schools in the Preston area.

Benefits of Working as a Catering Assistant

• Term time and Non term time roles
• School hours to work around your own childcare requirements
• Long hoursandnbsp;
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing temporary Catering Assistant work
• Opportunities for regular shifts
• The flexibility to choose shifts that suit your availability
• The chance to build experience
• Friendly and supportive agency team available to support you throughout your assignments

As a Catering Assistant, your duties will include:

• Supporting Chef/Catering Manager and kitchen teams
• Assisting with the preparation and service of hot and cold food items
• Assisting with food service of children, liasing with teachers and care workers
• Operating tills and handling payments where required
• Clearing down and closing units at the end of shifts
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Following food safety and food allergen legislation at all times
• Ensuring food service areas remain clean, organised and well stocked
• Working closely with all school staff to deliver an efficient service andnbsp;

What We Are Looking For In Our Catering Assistants

• Previous experience working as a Catering Assistant andndash; experience working in education would be advantageous
• Food Safety and Food Allergen qualifications, or willingness to complete them, is essential
• Possession of an Enhanced DBS with child barring or the willingness to obtain one is essential
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced catering environments
• A positive, reliable and professional approach to work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for delivering excellent service and supporting busy catering operations

Pay rates are dependent on experience and/or client and role booked.

Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott and Xpress Recruitment) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.

We operate as an employment agency and employment business.

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