Caterlink - Catering Assistant

Caterlink LTD; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to providing fresh food solutions in the education sector. As a Catering Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring students receive nutritious meals while enjoying a flexible work schedule during term-time only. This position offers an opportunity to develop your skills through various training programs, all while being part of a diverse and inclusive team. With no weekend work and a commitment to employee wellbeing, this role is perfect for those seeking a balanced work-life environment.

Benefits

Employee Discount Platform

Wellbeing Services

Pension Scheme Eligibility

Blended Learning Program

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and maintain cleanliness.
• Provide friendly service to customers.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

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 to 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 hiring for a Catering Assistant at St Mary's School, Ulverston, to perform a variety of food production tasks along with food service in our schools. This role is working term-time only and includes no weekends, making it ideal for those seeking flexibility.

The role includes:

• £12.21 per hour
• 20 hours per week, Monday – Friday
• Term-time only – 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 clean and tidy
• Providing 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 and integrity, with opportunities to grow and be treated fairly 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:

• The opportunity to participate in a blended learning program, including formal qualifications such as apprenticeships, classroom training, eLearning, and on-the-job training to support your development.
• Access to our Employee Discount Platform, offering savings at supermarkets, cinemas, restaurants, holiday discounts, family days out, and more.
• Full access to our Wellbeing Services, including the Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP benefits, available free of charge for you and your family.
• Potential eligibility to join our Pension scheme.