Catering Assistant

Gordons; Woking; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordon’s School is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our vibrant Catering Team. You will help run everyday kitchen operations, contribute to preparing meals, and support a clean, hygienic environment across food preparation areas.

The role is based at Gordon’s School in Surrey with regular hours from 11:00 to 19:00, Sunday to Friday during term-time plus five weeks. A DBS check and commitment to high standards are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen operations and maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in food preparation areas.

Job description

About The Role

Join our vibrant Catering Team at Gordon’s School!

Are you ready to bring energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for great food to one of England’s finest non-selective schools? Gordon’s School is looking for a Catering Assistantto become a valued member of our dynamic and diverse Catering Department.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, friendly environment where your contribution truly makes a difference. You’ll play a key role in supporting kitchen operations and maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in our food preparation areas.

Whether you're starting out in catering or looking to grow your experience, we’d love to hear from you!

A full job description can be found in the attached document.

Working hours:Sunday to Friday 11am - 7pm term time plus 5 Weeks

Closing date: 24 September2026

About Us

Set in a beautiful 50-acre Surrey site, the School enjoys excellent facilities and an aspirational learning environment. Recognised by HM Chief Inspector of Schools as one of England’s finest non-selective schools, Gordon’s has circa980students including 270 residential boarders and a thriving sixth form.I n 2025, the percentage of students achieving five or more GCSE grades 9-4, including English and mathematics, was 91%.The A*-C pass rate at A-Level was 87%, with 70% of the grades A*-B. These results rank Gordon's amongst the top non-selective schools in England for progress and attainment

Massively over-subscribed, Gordon’s size ensures that every student is well-known and nurtured as an individual. The School has a very strong emphasis on academic standards, self-discipline and traditional values and aims to be much more than just outstanding examination results, providing abundant opportunities outside the classroom and exceptional pastoral care.

“This is an exceptionally good school.”OFSTED

Gordon’s School is a Boarding and Day School and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment – applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate screening including a DBS check.