Mobile School Catering Assistant – Travel Between Sites

Sodexo; Bedford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support

Assistance Programme

Health app

Discount scheme

Salary Insights

Retirement Plan

Learning & development

Cycle to Work

Volunteering

Flexible working

Competitive pay

Uniform provided

Job summary

As a Mobile General Assistant / Cook for Sodexo, you will travel between school sites across Bedfordshire and West London, delivering essential catering support and maintain high standards of food preparation, service and cleanliness.

This role is 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term-time only (39 weeks, paid over 52). A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, with £14.00 per hour and travel expenses reimbursed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering, kitchen or food service environment is desirable.
• Basic cooking and food preparation skills.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and adapt to changing demands.
• Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential for this mobile position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and cooking of meals for pupils and school staff.
• Serve meals and provide friendly, efficient customer service.
• Support catering teams across different school sites, depending on operational requirements.
• Keep kitchen, dining and serving areas clean, tidy and hygienic.
• Assist with food preparation, stock rotation and replenishment.
• Support the receipt, loading and unloading of food supplies and deliveries where required.
• Follow food hygiene, food safety and health and safety regulations at all times.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and machinery are used safely and correctly.
• Work collaboratively with different catering teams and adapt to the needs of each site.
• Uphold Sodexo's standards and reputation at all times.

Skills

Positive attitude

Catering/food service experience

Cooking basics

Teamwork & independence

Communication & organisation

Task prioritisation

Reliability & punctuality

Willing to travel

Driving licence

Job description

As a Mobile General Assistant / Cook for Sodexo, you will travel between school sites across Bedfordshire and West London, delivering essential catering support and maintain high standards of food preparation, service and cleanliness.

This role is 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term-time only (39 weeks, paid over 52). A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, with £14.00 per hour and travel expenses reimbursed.