Caterlink - Relief Catering Assistant

Caterlink LTD; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in educational catering is seeking a Relief Catering Assistant to support site-based teams. This mobile role offers flexibility, working only during term time and no weekends, making it ideal for those seeking a balanced work-life schedule. Responsibilities include food preparation, ensuring health and safety compliance, and delivering excellent customer service. The company values inclusivity and provides opportunities for personal growth through various training programs. Join a team dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of students and staff across the UK.

Benefits

Employee Discount Platform

Wellbeing Services

Pension Scheme

Blended Learning Program

Qualifications

• Previous experience in catering is desirable.
• Ability to comply with health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food and snacks.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and service areas.
• Provide friendly and efficient service to customers.

Skills

Catering Experience

Food Safety Standards

Health and Safety Compliance

Customer Service

Education

No formal education required

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 hiring for a Relief Catering Assistant to provide cover in the area of Stoke-on-Trent to support our existing site-based teams. This role is working term-time only and no weekends, so it is great for those looking for flexibility.

This role will be a mobile-based role, so you will therefore need to have your own transport.

The role:

• £12.21 per hour
• 20 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.

Qualifications

Previous experience in catering is desirable.

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, cinema, 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.