School Assistant Cook - Wembley

Equipment Sales & Service Limited.; Wembley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking a Catering Assistant in Wembley. The role is Mon-Fri, full-time days, supporting pupils and customers with friendly service and a positive attitude.

You will prepare food, handle transactions, maintain hygiene, and ensure a safe workplace while working as part of a supportive team. DBS disclosure and safeguarding checks apply.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience handling transactions or cash registers is a plus.
• Ability to work well in a team and support colleagues.
• Strong time management to prioritise tasks.
• Good knowledge of food handling and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Create eye-catching food and counter displays.
• Represent Chartwells and uphold our brand image.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register.
• Uphold high standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment per Health & Safety rules.
• Demonstrate passion for delivering excellent customer service.
• Be a supportive and collaborative team player.
• Thrive under pressure with reliable time management.
• Prioritise safety in every task.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Team player

Time management

Food safety

Health & Safety

Job description

As a Catering Assistant, you'll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team, contributing to a positive and friendly work environment. The role offers numerous opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting. Here’s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Mon-Fri (Full Time Days) Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing Chartwells and and embodying our positive brand image
• Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently
• Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations
  Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player
• Embrace the excitement of thriving under pressure
• Demonstrate impeccable time management and reliability
• Prioritise safety in every task you undertake
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but your enthusiasm is what truly matters
  Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.