Catering Assistant - Term-Time, Flexible Hours, Growth

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual, flexible hours

Term-time only

Zero hour contract

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Online GP access

Training and development opportunities

Career progression

Inclusive working environment

Experience in education catering

Job summary

Aramark is hiring a Catering Assistant at New College Pontefract. This casual, zero-hour contract role offers term-time only hours, with a rate of £12.71 per hour. You will serve food, assist with front-of-house operations, and help maintain cleanliness in a busy education catering environment.

This role suits someone who is friendly, customer-focused and keen to learn. We provide training, a pension scheme, life assurance and progression opportunities within Aramark.

Qualifications

• Positive and customer-focused attitude.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy environment.
• Reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Experience in catering, hospitality, or customer service is desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to learn new skills and undertake training.
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of food and beverages.
• Provide excellent customer service to students, staff and visitors.
• Operate tills and handle transactions accurately.
• Support kitchen and front of house teams during busy service periods.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in catering areas.
• Wash up and clean kitchen equipment, utensils and service areas.
• Assist with stock replenishment and delivery checks as required.
• Follow food safety, allergen and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Support the wider catering team with day-to-day operations.

Skills

Customer focus

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Customer service

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Job description

Aramark is hiring a Catering Assistant at New College Pontefract. This casual, zero-hour contract role offers term-time only hours, with a rate of £12.71 per hour. You will serve food, assist with front-of-house operations, and help maintain cleanliness in a busy education catering environment.

This role suits someone who is friendly, customer-focused and keen to learn. We provide training, a pension scheme, life assurance and progression opportunities within Aramark.