Catering Assistant

Brackenberry Limited; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local catering service provider in South Ockendon is seeking a Catering Assistant for a 7-month contract, likely to be extended. This vital role involves food preparation and ensuring excellent service within schools. Candidates must have a Level 2 Food Safety certificate, experience in high-volume catering environments, and the right to work in the U.K. Join us in providing nutritious meals to children and staff, embodying a positive and flexible attitude as a brand ambassador.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognized Level 2 (or higher) Food Safety & Hygiene certificate.
• Formal training in food hygiene and allergy legislation is required.
• Proven experience in catering, especially in high-volume settings.
• Experience in preparing food for diverse dietary requirements.
• Right to work in the U.K.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support food preparation and cooking.
• Organize all activities within the school kitchen.
• Promote the catering service to increase meal uptake.
• Adhere to Food Safety due diligence and maintain records.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer care

Food Safety compliance

Adaptability

Education

Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene certificate

Job description

Overview

We are working closely alongside with a local authority in Thurrock to assist with the appointment of a Catering Assistant on a 7-months contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. Thurrock Catering Services is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and flexible Catering Assistant to join our school meal service. This role is vital to our mission of providing high-quality, nutritious meals to children and staff. As a Cook 1, you will go beyond food preparation; you will be a positive brand ambassador with a "can-do" attitude, ensuring that every meal is served with excellent customer care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support food preparation, cooking, and the delivery of an excellent standard of food service to pupils and staff.
• Organize and supervise all activities within the school kitchen, counter displays, and dining room areas to ensure a seamless lunchtime experience.
• Actively promote the catering service to increase meal uptake and stay informed about new products, promotions, and industry trends.
• Adhere strictly to all Food Safety due diligence requirements, including maintaining comprehensive records and following allergy legislation.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognized Level 2 (or higher) Food Safety & Hygiene certificate.
• Must have a formal training in food hygiene and allergy legislation.
• Proven experience in a catering or hospitality environment, preferably within a high-volume setting (e.g., schools, hospitals, or large-scale commercial kitchens).
• Experience in food preparation and cooking for diverse dietary requirements.
• Right to work in the U.K.

Disclaimer: Brackenberry Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equality in the workplace and are an equal opportunity employer. Unless otherwise stated all of our roles are temporary, though opening assignments can be and often are, extended by clients on a longer term basis and can sometimes become permanent.