Lunchtime School Catering Assistant - Term-Time

ISS UK Limited; Horsham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS UK Limited is seeking a Catering Assistant to support meals in a school dining environment. You will help prepare, set up, serve meals, and maintain high standards of hygiene and safety while providing a friendly service to students and staff.

The role is permanent, term-time, with an annualised monthly salary distribution and DBS check required as part of onboarding. 11:30–13:30, Monday to Friday, paid at £12.71 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, food service or customer-facing roles desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and food safety.
• Ability to follow procedures and instructions accurately.
• Positive, reliable and team-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation, presentation, and serving of meals.
• Set up and clear dining areas as required.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness.
• Follow allergen, dietary, and special meal requirements.
• Receive, store, and handle food deliveries correctly.
• Operate tills where required.
• Report health and safety concerns, accidents, or equipment faults.
• Provide friendly and professional service to students, staff and visitors.
• Work collaboratively as part of the catering team to deliver an excellent customer experience.

Skills

Customer service

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

ISS UK Limited is seeking a Catering Assistant to support meals in a school dining environment. You will help prepare, set up, serve meals, and maintain high standards of hygiene and safety while providing a friendly service to students and staff.

The role is permanent, term-time, with an annualised monthly salary distribution and DBS check required as part of onboarding. 11:30–13:30, Monday to Friday, paid at £12.71 per hour.