School Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the education sector is seeking a dedicated School Assistant to support meal preparation and provide exceptional service. This role emphasizes a healthy work-life balance, operating Monday to Friday during term time. As a key contributor, you will delight students and staff with high-quality meals while ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. Join a team that values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment, where your contributions make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com

Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons

Digital GP access and healthcare benefits

Up to 44% off cinema tickets

Regular discount and savings emails

Cash rewards for spending

Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes

Share discounts with friends and family

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic with a can-do attitude and excellent team player.
• Reliable with outstanding timekeeping and motivated to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality, delicious food that delights clients.
• Creating attractive food and counter displays while maintaining hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Catering Experience

Food Safety Knowledge

Education

Catering Qualification

Job description

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As a School Assistant, you will support the preparation of school meals and provide friendly service to students and staff. This role is Monday - Friday, term time only, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, etc.
• Digital GP access and healthcare benefits
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Regular discount and savings emails
• Cash rewards for spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts with friends and family
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Pathways and MyLearning programs

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing high-quality, delicious food that delights clients and customers
• Creating attractive food and counter displays
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Adhering to Health & Safety regulations

Ideal Candidate:

• Enthusiastic with a can-do attitude
• Excellent team player
• Motivated to succeed in the role
• Capable of working under pressure
• Reliable with outstanding timekeeping
• Safety-conscious mindset
• Experience in catering is a plus but not essential

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is a leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. We focus on helping students build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead healthy lives, serving millions of nutritious meals weekly across the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare; employment is contingent upon pre-employment checks, including DBS and Children's Barred List disclosures. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all convictions and cautions.

Job Reference: com/1806/78829001/52153463/BU

At Compass Group UK&I, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We value your talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities, fostering a culture of respect and opportunity.