Education Catering and Hospitality Support Specialist

Luminate Education Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave and holidays

Pension schemes

CPD opportunities

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Travel and commuting discounts

Flexible/hybrid working opportunities

Job summary

Leeds City College is seeking an enthusiastic Hospitality Support Team Member to join the Travel, Food and Drink department in Leeds. You will help deliver high‑quality catering lessons, support staff and students, and ensure a positive learning environment with organised resources.

The role focuses on assisting teaching staff, coordinating class materials, maintaining hygiene standards and handling food products with care. A genuine commitment to student success is essential.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Maths & English or willingness to achieve.
• Experience of working within an educational catering environment.
• Experience in dealing with external customers and delivering exceptional customer service.
• Experience of providing effective hygiene support, monitoring food safety and due diligence systems.
• Experience of collating and processing orders and deliveries.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to relate to all levels of staff, students, clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Set up class trolleys and teaching materials.
• Identify food products to minimize waste and suggest uses for classes or student shop.
• Provide technical and product assistance to learners and staff.
• Maintain high standards of cleaning in kitchens and storage areas; undertake deep cleans as required.
• Ensure equipment and resources follow safety guidelines and manufacturer’s instructions.
• Demonstrate safe working practices and wear required PPE.
• Maintain records for chilled, ambient and frozen goods within legal limits and complete due diligence documents.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Hygiene awareness

Education

Level 2 Maths & English

Job description

Leeds City College is seeking an enthusiastic Hospitality Support Team Member to join the Travel, Food and Drink department in Leeds. You will help deliver high‑quality catering lessons, support staff and students, and ensure a positive learning environment with organised resources.

The role focuses on assisting teaching staff, coordinating class materials, maintaining hygiene standards and handling food products with care. A genuine commitment to student success is essential.