Lunchtime Catering Assistant — Term-Time, 15h/wk

Sodexo Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Uniform provided

Job summary

Sodexo Ltd is seeking a part-time lunchtime assistant at Senacre Wood Primary School in Maidstone. The role runs Monday–Friday, 11:00am–2:00pm, 15 hours per week during term time (39 weeks per year) with permanent status. You will help serve meals, keep dining areas clean, and support the school’s lunchtime service.

You’ll work with a small team, delivering a welcoming service to pupils and staff, while maintaining high cleanliness and organisation standards throughout service periods.

Qualifications

• A positive and reliable attitude.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Good organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a busy environment and prioritise tasks.
• Previous catering or food service experience is helpful but not essential; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of food and beverages.
• Maintain clean, safe and hygienic kitchen and dining areas.
• Replenish food displays and service counters as required.
• Support deliveries and store supplies appropriately.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures.
• Provide a friendly and helpful service to customers, colleagues or visitors.
• Complete final cleaning and close-down of the service area when required.

Skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organisation and detail

Flexibility in busy environments

Job description

Sodexo Ltd is seeking a part-time lunchtime assistant at Senacre Wood Primary School in Maidstone. The role runs Monday–Friday, 11:00am–2:00pm, 15 hours per week during term time (39 weeks per year) with permanent status. You will help serve meals, keep dining areas clean, and support the school’s lunchtime service.

You’ll work with a small team, delivering a welcoming service to pupils and staff, while maintaining high cleanliness and organisation standards throughout service periods.