Mobile Catering Assistant

Impact Food Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal on shift

Staff discount scheme

Career development opportunities

Monthly incentives for top teams

Daytime hours with evenings free

Job summary

Impact Food Group is seeking a Mobile Catering Assistant to support our school catering teams across Central London, Twickenham and surrounding areas. Working Monday to Friday, 9am–2pm, 20 hours per week during term time with optional extra hours.

You will help with food preparation and service, plating and counter service, operate the till, and uphold high hygiene and safeguarding standards. DBS disclosure is required and IFG will pay for it; benefits include a free meal on shift and career

Qualifications

• Customer service experience desirable (catering, hospitality or retail).
• Passion for food and maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with food preparation and service to a high standard.
• Supporting plating, presentation, and counter service.

Job description

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.

Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector.

We’re looking for people who are passionate about delivering outstanding service, creating fantastic food, and making a real positive impact.

About The Role

Job Title: Mobile Catering Assistant

Location: Covering independent schools across Central Londom, Twickenham & surrounding areas

Working Days: Monday to Friday

Shifts & Working hours: Between 9am & 2pm (20 hours per week)*. *Minimum 20 hours per week, with regular opportunities for additional hours up to 40 hours per week depending on operational needs.

Working Weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days)

Pay Details: £12,600 per year (*with additional hours paid at the same rate)

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Mobile Catering Assistant, you’ll support our high-standard catering teams, helping deliver fresh, beautifully presented meals and a welcoming service to students and staff.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with food preparation and service to a high standard
• Supporting plating, presentation, and counter service
• Operating the till and delivering excellent customer service
• Maintaining clean, organised, and hygienic kitchen and dining areas
• Working collaboratively with different school catering teams
• Upholding food safety, hygiene, and safeguarding standards at all times

What We’re Looking For

• Great customer service skills (catering, hospitality, or retail experience is desirable)
• A passion for food and high standards
• Reliability and a positive, flexible attitude
• Confidence working across multiple school sites
• A team player who enjoys supporting others

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Daytime hours with evenings free
• Free meal on shift
• Access to a wide range of free qualifications and career development opportunities
• Staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers
• Monthly incentives for top-performing teams, including shopping vouchers
• Opportunity to work across varied and prestigious independent school settings

Next Steps

If the hours suit you and you’re excited about making a difference through food, we’d love to hear from you.

A short kitchen visit and interview will form part of the selection process.

IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children, and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS disclosure and children’s barred list check, which IFG will pay for.

We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.