Catering Assistant

Impact Food Group; Westonbirt; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Training and career development

Staff discount scheme

Job summary

Impact Food Group is recruiting a Catering Assistant for Westonbirt School. The role involves preparing and serving meals, assisting with plating, and supporting the kitchen team. Shifts run daily, with a 40-hour week referenced in the job posting.

We value applicants with catering experience, a passion for food, and reliable teamwork. Benefits include a free meal on shift, training, and career development opportunities, with DBS process and equal opportunity employer status.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or hospitality; school catering preferred.
• Passion for food and high standards.
• Teamwork skills and reliability.
• Flexible hours to support school schedules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks to a high standard.
• Assist with plating, presentation, and counter service.
• Support kitchen team with food prep.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen and dining area.
• Provide friendly and professional service to students and staff.

Skills

Catering experience

Food service

Teamwork

Flexible hours

Tools

HACCP

Job description

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.

Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector.

We’re looking for people who are passionate about great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact.

About The Role

Job Title: Catering Assistant

School Location: Westonbirt School, Tetbury, GL8 8QG

Working Days: Site is open 7 days a week - if you can work at least 3 days per week we would like to chat to you

Shifts & Working hours: Various shifts available earliest start 9am - latest finish 8pm

Working Weeks: 52 weeks per year

Pay Details: £27,040 per Annum (based on 40 hour week)

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Preparing and serving meals and snacks to a high standard
• Assisting with plating, presentation, and counter service
• Supporting the kitchen team with food prep
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and hygienic kitchen and dining area
• Providing friendly and professional service to all students and staff

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in catering or hospitality (School catering is prefereable but not essential)
• A passion for food and high standards
• Teamwork skills and reliability
• Flexible approach to working hours to support school schedules

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Work close to home
• Receive a free meal on shift.
• Opportunities for training and career development.
• Access a wide range of free qualifications and career development opportunities.
• Benefit from a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers.
• Take part in monthly incentives for top-performing teams, including shopping vouchers.

A short kitchen visit and interview will be required for this role.

IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for.

We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.