School Catering Assistant

Compass Group PLC; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking a Catering Assistant to join a dynamic, fast-paced team in a supportive environment. You will contribute to delivering excellent customer service, assist in food preparation, and help maintain clean, safe work areas in education settings across the UK.

We value enthusiasm and reliability, with a focus on safety and teamwork. Previous catering experience is a bonus, and successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks including DBS

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering environment is a bonus, but enthusiasm matters.
• Ability to work as part of a team and deliver friendly customer service.
• Commitment to safe food handling and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals that delight clients and customers.
• Create appealing food and counter displays to attract customers.
• Handle transactions accurately and operate the cash register efficiently.
• Uphold the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by following Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Thrives under pressure

Time management

Safety-focused

Tools

Cash register

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.

• 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.

  Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Afternoons
• Tues: Afternoons
• Weds: Afternoons
• Thurs: Afternoons
• Fri: Afternoons
• Please note: This role is contracted to 42.6 weeks per year
• 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