School Catering Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Catering Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing delicious food, creating appealing displays, and ensuring exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment. This position offers the chance to grow within a company that values its employees and promotes inclusivity. With a comprehensive benefits package, including travel discounts and wellness classes, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to succeed in the catering industry.

Benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Access to Digital GP

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards on spending

Free wellness classes

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic attitude and ability to work under pressure.
• Experience in catering is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights customers.
• Handle cash and maintain hygiene standards.
• Create attractive food displays and represent the company positively.

Skills

Teamwork

Food Preparation

Time Management

Customer Service

Cash Handling

Job description

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Are you a team player with a passion for food and people? Do you thrive in a busy environment? If so, we are looking for someone like you to help us deliver exceptional customer experience for Chartwells on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 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
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and others
• Access to a Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Regular discount and savings emails
• Cash rewards on spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• Share discounts with friends and family
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing high-quality food that delights customers
• Creating attractive food and counter displays
• Representing Chartwells positively
• Handling cash and operating registers
• Maintaining Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Following Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Catering Assistant will:

• Have an enthusiastic, can-do attitude
• Be an excellent team player
• Be eager to succeed
• Work well under pressure
• Be reliable with good timekeeping
• Prioritize safety
• 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 serve millions of nutritious meals weekly across the UK. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and 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 convictions and cautions.

Job Reference: com/2904/40523001/52638700/BU

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