General Catering Assistant

Holroyd Howe; Metchley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Holroyd Howe in Birmingham, United Kingdom, is seeking a reliable General Assistant to provide administrative and operational support across departments. Working Monday to Friday, 30 hours per week, you will help with scheduling, filing, correspondence, and office management.

A background in exceptional food catering services is preferred. You will liaise with internal teams and customers, maintain records, ensure health and safety compliance, and contribute to a collaborative, high-standard

Qualifications

• Proven experience in administrative or general assistant roles.
• Background in catering services is a plus.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Health & safety awareness and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to multiple departments, prioritising tasks with meticulous attention to detail.
• Assist with scheduling, correspondence, filing, and general office management duties.
• Support materials, resources, and facilities organisation; liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation following organisational procedures and health & safety rules.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support company objectives.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Customer service

IT systems

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Teamwork

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic General Assistant to join our organisation in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Working Monday through Friday, you will play a vital role in supporting our team by delivering efficient administrative and operational assistance. The successful candidate will demonstrate a collaborative spirit, exceptional organisational abilities, and a genuine commitment to supporting colleagues and customers alike. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards across all tasks.

• - Provide comprehensive administrative support to various departments, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations - Manage and prioritise multiple tasks simultaneously, maintaining meticulous attention to detail
• - Assist with scheduling, correspondence, filing, and general office management duties - Support the preparation and organisation of materials, resources, and facilities as required - Liaise professionally with internal teams and external stakeholders, demonstrating excellent customer-focused service - Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with organisational procedures and Health & Safety regulations - Contribute to a collaborative team environment by offering flexible support where needed - Identify opportunities for process improvement and suggest innovative solutions to enhance efficiency - Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety guidelines and organisational policies - Undertake additional duties as required to support organisational objectives
  Monday - Friday and 30 hours per week, We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced General Assistant with a background in exceptional food catering services to join our business and work at one of our highly prestigious education settings., Proven experience in an administrative or general assistant role, ideally within a corporate or organisational environment - Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise effectively - Strong written and verbal communication abilities - Demonstrated customer-focused approach with a friendly and professional demeanour
• - Flexible, can-do attitude with genuine enthusiasm for supporting others - Good working knowledge of Health & Safety practices and procedures - Proficiency in basic IT systems and Microsoft Office applications - Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards
• - Strong problem-solving capabilities and ability to work both independently and collaboratively - Desirable: Experience within a specific sector relevant to the role (e.g., education, healthcare, or corporate services) - Desirable: Familiarity with relevant industry-specific software or systems
• - General Catering Assistant working for Holroyd Howe at The Blue Coat School, Holroyd Howe is one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on: Sustainability Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals. Nutrition We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients. Food Innovation We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team. From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.