Expression of Interest - Catering Assistant EPNE Students Only - (2026-2027)

Education Partnership North East; North East; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Education Partnership North East is seeking Casual Catering Assistants for EPNE students across our campuses. This ad-hoc, hourly-paid role fits around your timetable, with availability Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 4.00pm.

You will prepare and serve food and beverages, operate EPOS tills, help with storage and cleanliness, and follow health and safety rules. DBS check may be required; only current EPNE students at Northumberland College, Sunderland College or Hartlepool Sixth Form should

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a café, bar, restaurant or similar customer-facing role is desirable.
• Experience using an EPOS till is advantageous.
• Good customer service skills.
• Level 1 Food Safety qualification, or willingness to undertake training.
• Basic allergen and food hygiene awareness, or willingness to undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving a range of hot and cold food and beverages to staff and students
• Assisting with food preparation, deliveries and safe storage
• Supporting internal hospitality and buffet services
• Operating an EPOS till and handling cash and electronic payments
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, including clearing tables, washing dishes and general cleaning
• Following all health, safety and food hygiene regulations

Skills

Customer service

Flexible availability

Food safety awareness

EPOS till handling

Education

Level 1 Food Safety

Food allergen awareness

Tools

EPOS till

Job description

Expression of Interest - Catering Assistant EPNE Students Only - (2026-2027)

Location: Any Campus Post Type: Hourly Paid Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 31 August 2027 Reference: EOI-CATERINGSTUDENTS-2027

This position is only available to current students at Education Partnership North East, studying at Northumberland College, Sunderland College or Hartlepool Sixth Form.

Catering Assistant - Casual Work

(For current students only)

Are you a current student at Education Partnership North East, studying at Northumberland College, Sunderland College or Hartlepool Sixth Form?

Do you have free days or availability during the week (Monday–Friday, between the hours of 9.00am and 4.00pm) and are looking for flexible, paid work alongside your studies?

We are building a casual bank of student Catering Assistants to provide cover during periods of staff sickness, holiday or increased demand across our college campuses. This role is ideal for students who want flexible, as‑needed work that fits around their timetable.

About The Role

Casual Catering Assistants are engaged on an ad‑hoc basis, often at short notice, to support catering operations at their local campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving a range of hot and cold food and beverages to staff and students
• Assisting with food preparation, deliveries and safe storage
• Supporting internal hospitality and buffet services
• Operating an EPOS till and handling cash and electronic payments
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, including clearing tables, washing dishes and general cleaning
• Following all health, safety and food hygiene regulations

About You

• Previous experience in a café, bar, restaurant or similar customer-facing role is desirable
• Experience using an EPOS till is advantageous
• Good customer service skills
• Level 1 Food Safety qualification, or willingness to undertake training
• Basic allergen and food hygiene awareness, or willingness to undertake training

Additional Information

Due to the nature of this role, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to PREVENT and to safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.