Counter Assistant

GOV; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Catering Solutions in the United Kingdom is seeking a friendly Counter Assistant to support our school catering team. The role is based in a school canteen and operates during term-time with a 20-hour weekly schedule.

The position offers a permanent contract with both full-time and part-time opportunities. Ideal candidates are reliable, customer-focused, and capable of working well within a team, delivering high hygiene and service standards.

Qualifications

• Positive and professional attitude.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, hardworking, and organised.
• Previous catering or customer service experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Counter service during break and lunch times.
• Basic food preparation.
• Cleaning and maintaining high hygiene standards.
• Supporting the day-to-day operation of the canteen.
• Providing excellent customer service to students and staff.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Organisation

Job description

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Counter Assistant

Catering Solutions

Full/Part time Ref: 20261804 Opened: 26/10/2026 Closes: 09/11/2026

Join Our Team!

We are looking for a friendly and reliable Counter Assistant to join our school catering team.

Position Details

• School canteen environment
• Term-time only
• 20 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Permanent position
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available

Key Responsibilities

• Counter service during break and lunch times
• Basic food preparation
• Cleaning and maintaining high hygiene standards
• Supporting the day-to-day operation of the canteen
• Providing excellent customer service to students and staff

What We're Looking For

• A positive and professional attitude
• Good customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable, hardworking, and organised
• Previous catering or customer service experience is desirable but not essential