School Catering & Admin Assistant

WSH Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (including bank hols)

Volunteer days

Grandparent leave (3 days)

Enhanced maternity leave (24 weeks)

Training & development opportunities

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing & employee assistance

Free meals at work

Apprenticeship opportunities

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is hiring a Catering Assistant (General Assistant) in Guildford, United Kingdom, for term-time only (176 days per year) at £13.60 per hour. The role supports daily food service and administration across departments, delivering high-quality meals with care and efficiency.

We expect dedication, teamwork, and strong customer service. The team emphasizes safety, training, and development, with opportunities for progression in a school catering environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Demonstrated customer service skills with a friendly, professional demeanor.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while also being self-motivated.
• Basic computer literacy with standard office software familiarity.
• Flexible approach to work with a can-do attitude and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Good Health & Safety knowledge and understanding of workplace compliance procedures.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to supporting organizational goals.
• Problem-solving abilities and resourcefulness in addressing challenges.
• Preferred: Experience in corporate/educational environments.
• Preferred: Experience in administrative/general assistant roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to various departments, including data entry, filing, and document organization.
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of meetings, events, and special projects.
• Maintain organized and clean work areas, ensuring supplies and materials are stored and inventoried.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify management of shortages or discrepancies.
• Deliver friendly and efficient customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the coordination of schedules, appointments, and logistics to ensure smooth operations.
• Follow proper health, safety, and organizational procedures to maintain a secure workplace.
• Participate in training sessions and meetings related to procedures, safety, and customer service standards.
• Multitask effectively while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Collaborate with team members to support departmental goals and a positive work environment.

Skills

Org & time mgmt

Attention to detail

Customer service

Communication skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Computer literacy

Flexibility

Health & safety

Reliability

Problem solving

Experience in corporate/education

Admin experience

Job description

Holroyd Howe is hiring a Catering Assistant (General Assistant) in Guildford, United Kingdom, for term-time only (176 days per year) at £13.60 per hour. The role supports daily food service and administration across departments, delivering high-quality meals with care and efficiency.

We expect dedication, teamwork, and strong customer service. The team emphasizes safety, training, and development, with opportunities for progression in a school catering environment.