School Catering Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the UK seeks a Catering Assistant to join their dynamic team. The role involves preparing delicious meals, ensuring high standards of food hygiene, and delivering exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic team players with a passion for food and safety.

Qualifications

• Positive, can-do attitude.
• Passion for customer service.
• Ability to thrive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients.
• Craft appealing food displays.
• Handle transactions efficiently.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Time Management

Job description

As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting.

Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
2. Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
3. Proudly representing Chartwells and embodying our positive brand image
4. Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently
5. Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene
6. Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Catering Assistant will:

1. Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
2. Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
3. Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player
4. Embrace the excitement of thriving under pressure
5. Demonstrate impeccable time management and reliability
6. Prioritise safety in every task you undertake
7. Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but your enthusiasm is what truly matters

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK.

Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees must share this commitment. Employment is subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability to work with children.

Job Reference: com/2904/J85601/52735813/WJ #State Schools

Compass Group UK&I is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate the diverse talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered, and to thrive — because diversity is our strength!