Catering Assistant

Telford & Wrekin Council; Telford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Telford is seeking a Catering Assistant to support food preparation and service. This part-time role offers £12.65 per hour for 17.5 hours a week, perfect for those looking to contribute to their community. Ideal candidates will have experience in catering and strong communication skills. The position promotes an inclusive workplace and provides various employee benefits, encouraging applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks

Free parking

Confidential wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or a related field.
• Ability to work part-time including term time.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of food.
• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene in the catering environment.
• Support the overall catering team in daily operations.

Job description

Catering Assistant - St Peter's Bratton

Employer: Telford & Wrekin Council

Location: Telford

Salary: £12.65 per hour

Closing date: 29 Dec 2025

Reference: TW/TP/1062/2474

Sector: Local Councils

Job Type: Catering

Contract Type: Part time permanent

Working Pattern: Part Time

Hours: Part-Time

Job Details

• 17.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Term time plus 3 days
• £12.65 an hour

Please click on the links below to view the job description and person specification.

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We believe great services start with great people - and that means building a workforce that reflects our community. At Telford & Wrekin Council, everyone belongs, and every voice matters.

What we offer

• Competitive pay
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff discounts & salary sacrifice perks
• Free parking & confidential wellbeing support

Find out further information about working at Telford & Wrekin Council including our full list of benefits.

Roles involving children or vulnerable adults will require a criminal records check. It's an offence to apply if you're barred from working with these groups.

Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence for visas

Attached documents

• Job Description & Person Specification

Company

Join Team Telford - Where People Make the Difference

We're proud to be the LGC Local Authority of the Year 2025 - and it's all thanks to our incredible people.

At Telford & Wrekin Council, we don't just deliver services - we protect, care, and invest in our borough. Our teams are trusted, supported, and empowered to make a real impact.

We offer:

• A friendly, inclusive and dynamic workplace, competitive pay, generous benefits, flexible working and great development opportunities.
• A culture that celebrates diversity and champions inclusion.

If you're passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and we actively welcome applications from all backgrounds. Diversity makes us stronger - and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for eligible candidates and have clear policies supporting inclusive recruitment, including for ex-offenders and trans and non-binary applicants.

Need help applying? Call our HR Helpdesk on 01952 383601 or email [e-mail].

Heads up: we may close applications early if we get a high volume of great candidates - so don't wait!

Company info

Website: http://www.telford.gov.uk/

Telephone: [phone]

Location:

• Telford & Wrekin Council
• Darby House
• Lawn Central
• Telford
• Shropshire
• TF3 4JA
• United Kingdom