Catering Assistant

WSH Group; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Caterlink at Brannel School in St Austell is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to support daily food service operations. The role runs 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 12-2pm, ensuring meals are prepared and served efficiently to pupils and staff.

You will assist with meal prep, maintain cleanliness, follow health and safety standards, and provide prompt customer service during service times. Prior experience is a plus but not required, and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for food service and customer satisfaction required.
• Basic food preparation skills and knowledge of kitchen operations preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions carefully.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills needed.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of meals and snacks following recipes and portion guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, counter, and dining areas.
• Comply with health and safety regulations and food safety standards.
• Provide friendly and efficient customer service during meal service.
• Assist with inventory management and stock rotation.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Passion for food service

Basic food preparation

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Food safety knowledge

Experience in food service (bonus)

Positive attitude

Job description

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist. For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week. Our “Fresh Food Policy” is the foundation of our success and growth in the market coupled with a desire to truly deliver on the promises we make to our clients and support our site-based teams.

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Catering Assistant to join our team at Brannel School, in St Austell. As a Catering Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our food service operations, ensuring high-quality meals are prepared and served to our customers in a timely and efficient manner. This position is 10hrs Monday to Friday - 12-2pm

• Assist in the preparation of delicious meals and snacks, following recipes and portion guidelines
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, counter, and dining areas
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and food safety standards
• Provide friendly and efficient customer service during meal service
• Assist with food inventory management and stock rotation
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment and utensils
• Adapt to changing priorities and maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Passion for food service and customer satisfaction
• Basic food preparation skills and knowledge of kitchen operations
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and lift moderate weights for extended periods
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and priorities
• Knowledge of food safety principles and willingness to learn and apply health and safety procedures
• Previous experience in a food service role is a plus, but not required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude