School Catering Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Cradley Heath; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in educational catering is seeking a passionate School Catering Assistant to join their friendly team in Cradley Heath. This part-time role, offering 10 hours per week, focuses on delivering exceptional customer experiences while preparing high-quality meals. The company values diversity and invests in employee growth, providing a range of benefits including exclusive travel discounts, healthcare support, and career development programs. If you're enthusiastic, reliable, and eager to contribute to a positive work environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Grocery discounts

Healthcare benefits

Cinema ticket discounts

Wellness classes

Pension scheme

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and positive attitude with a strong team player mentality.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food to delight clients and customers.
• Maintain Food Handling & Hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Hygiene Standards

Education

Catering Experience

Job description

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School Catering Assistant, Cradley Heath

Client: Chartwells - Schools

Location: Cradley Heath, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Are you a team player with a passion for food and people? Do you thrive in a busy environment? If so, then we are looking for someone just like you to help us deliver exceptional customer experience for Chartwells on a part-time basis, contracted to 10 hours per week.

As a Catering Assistant, you will contribute to a passionate and friendly team working in a fast-paced environment. You'll have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and more
• Discounts on groceries at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and others
• Access to Digital GP and healthcare benefits
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Regular discount emails
• Cash rewards on spending
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts with friends and family
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development programs

Shift pattern overview:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing high-quality food to delight clients and customers
• Creating attractive food and display setups
• Representing Chartwells positively
• Handling cash and operating registers
• Maintaining Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Following Health & Safety regulations

Ideal candidate qualities:

• Enthusiastic with a positive attitude
• Excellent team player
• Desire to succeed
• Ability to work under pressure
• Reliable and punctual
• Safety-conscious mindset
• Catering experience preferred but not essential

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells has been serving nutritious meals across UK educational institutions for over 25 years. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare. Employment is subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and Children's Barred List check. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all previous convictions and cautions.

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We promote diversity and equal opportunities, encouraging everyone to bring their true selves to work and thrive in an inclusive environment.