Catering Assistant

Aspens Services Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspens Services Ltd is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our school kitchens. You’ll support basic food preparation, serve during service and help maintain a safe, clean environment.

Work pattern: Monday to Friday, term time only, 25 hours per week across 38 weeks per year. Training provided; Health and Safety guidance. Ideal candidates are team players with catering or fast-paced service experience. Health and Safety Level 2 is helpful but training is provided.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation.
• Take part in service at the till and front-line guest interaction.
• Maintain a safe, clean kitchen environment and adhere to health and safety standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Catering experience

Health and safety awareness

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 (preferred)

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!25 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