School Catering Assistant

Chartwells; Camborne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service for education seeks a diligent Catering Assistant in Camborne. Your role includes preparing quality meals, crafting displays, and delivering exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and teamwork skills. Join a dynamic, supportive environment where your hard work is recognized and rewarded.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering role is a bonus.
• Enthusiasm is valued highly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food.
• Craft eye-catching food displays.
• Handle transactions and operate the cash register.
• Uphold Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Ensure a safe work environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Reliability

Job description

Overview

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 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.

Shift patterns

Here’s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Other

Note: This role is contracted to 44 weeks per year

Key responsibilities

• 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 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

Our ideal Catering Assistant will

• 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

Chartwells is part of Compass Group UK&I and is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. Chartwells focuses on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious 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 all employees share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to 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 applicants are asked to declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability to work with children.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all team members. We want colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive—because diversity is our strength!