Caterlink - Catering Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their team at Palace Wood Primary School in Maidstone. This role offers a flexible working schedule, with hours limited to term-time only, making it ideal for those seeking work-life balance. The successful candidate will assist in food preparation, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and provide excellent service to students and staff. Join a diverse and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued and supported through various training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Employee Discount Platform

Wellbeing Services

Access to Pension Scheme

Blended Learning Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and service is beneficial.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards is important.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing food and snacks for students.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and service areas.
• Provide friendly and efficient service to customers.

Skills

Food Preparation

Health and Safety Compliance

Customer Service

Teamwork

Education

No formal education required

Job description

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Caterlink - Catering Assistant, Maidstone

Client:

Caterlink

Location:

Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

We are hiring for a Catering Assistant at Palace Wood Primary School, Maidstone, to perform a variety of food production tasks along with food service in our schools. This role is working term-time only and no weekends, so it is great for those looking for flexibility.

The role:

• £12.21 per hour
• 10 hours per week working Monday – Friday
• Term-time only – working 38 weeks per year

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the preparation of tasty food and snacks
• Complying with Caterlink Health and Safety and Food Safety standards and procedures
• Keeping the kitchen, counter, and restaurant areas in a clean and tidy state
• Providing a friendly, efficient, and hygienic service to all customers
• Representing Caterlink and maintaining a positive brand image

Caterlink strives to always provide a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all our teams where every individual is treated with respect, integrity, and has the opportunity to grow and be treated equally and with fairness at all times.

Caterlink is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be obtained for this role.

Additional Information

There are many advantages to working for us including:

• You have the opportunity of a blended learning programme that can include formal qualifications including apprenticeships, classroom training, eLearning, and on-the-job training to support and encourage your development and enable you to be the best you can be.
• We offer you access to our Employee Discount Platform where you can make great savings at supermarkets, cinemas, restaurants, as well as holiday discounts, family days out, and many more!
• You will have full access to our Wellbeing Services including the Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP benefits which are there for you and your family to use free of charge at any time.
• You may be eligible to join our Pension scheme.