Catering Assistant

Aspens Services Ltd; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A market-leading contract caterer in the UK is seeking a Catering Assistant to support a dynamic kitchen environment. You will play a vital role in food preparation and providing excellent service to school students and staff. Working Monday to Friday during term time with a total of 27.5 hours weekly, you will enjoy no late nights or weekends. The position offers training opportunities and competitive pay at £12.21 per hour, facilitating career growth in a passionate team dedicated to quality service.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Training and development opportunities

Regular working hours with no late nights or weekends

Qualifications

• Must thrive as part of a busy team.
• Experience in catering or fast‑paced environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Work on tills during service, providing customer interaction.
• Deliver friendly service to students and staff.
• Assist with basic food preparation.
• Maintain a safe and clean kitchen environment.

Skills

Team player

Previous catering or fast-paced service experience

Basic knowledge of health and safety practices

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification

Job description

Job Description: Catering Assistant

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.

Responsibilities

You’ll be making a real difference through responsibilities that include:

• Customer Interaction: Working on the tills during service (full 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.

We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools.

Qualifications and Skills

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 team.
• You have previous catering or fast‑paced service experience.
• You have a basic knowledge of health and safety practices.
• The Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification is great, but not essential as we can provide the training.

Company Overview

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.

Working Hours

You’ll work Monday to Friday during school term time – that means no late nights, no weekends, and no working at Christmas.

• 27.5 hours per week.
• 38 weeks per year – what will you do with all that time off?
• £12.21 per hour.

Career 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.

How to Apply

Ready to start a rewarding career with amazing hours? Apply today!

All staff must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. The company will seek an enhanced DBS disclosure.