Caterlink - Catering Assistant

WSH Group; Penzance; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Caterlink is seeking a Catering Assistant at Trythall School, Penzance to support school meals. The role covers 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm, assisting with food preparation and service to pupils and staff.

You will collect food from Madron Daniel School and deliver/serve at Trythall. Own transport is essential, with mileage paid between sites.

Qualifications

• Passion for food service and customer satisfaction.
• Basic food preparation skills and knowledge of kitchen operations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of delicious meals and snacks, following recipes and portion guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, counter, and dining areas.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and food safety standards.
• Provide friendly and efficient customer service during meal service.
• Assist with food inventory management and stock rotation.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Adapt to changing priorities and maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Teamwork

Health & safety

Attention to detail

Job description

Caterlink is the education sector catering specialist. For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. The company caters more than 1,000,000 meals a week. Our “Fresh Food Policy” is the foundation of our success and growth in the market coupled with a desire to truly deliver on the promises we make to our clients and support our site-based teams.

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Catering Assistant to join our team at Trythall School, in Penzance. As a Catering Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our food service operations, ensuring high-quality meals are prepared and served to our customers in a timely and efficient manner. This position is 15hrs Monday to Friday - 10.30 til 1.30pm. You will be collecting food from Madron Daniel School and Delivering and serving at Trythall. OWN TRANSPORT ESSENTIAL, MILEAGE PAID BETWEEN SCHOOLS

• Assist in the preparation of delicious meals and snacks, following recipes and portion guidelines
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, counter, and dining areas
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and food safety standards
• Provide friendly and efficient customer service during meal service
• Assist with food inventory management and stock rotation
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment and utensils
• Adapt to changing priorities and maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Passion for food service and customer satisfaction
• Basic food preparation skills and knowledge of kitchen operations
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, and lift moderate weights for extended periods
• Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and priorities
• Knowledge of food safety principles and willingness to learn and apply health and safety procedures
• Previous experience in a food service role is a plus, but not required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive attitude