School Catering Assistant

Chartwells UK; Soham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Chartwells UK as a School Catering Assistant, where you'll be integral to providing nutritious meals in a supportive educational environment. This role combines teamwork and food service, allowing you to contribute positively to students' well-being while enjoying opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Positive, can-do attitude and passion for customer service.
• Experience in a similar catering role beneficial but not mandatory.
• Reliable with a strong emphasis on safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality food.
• Handle transactions efficiently and maintain hygiene standards.
• Work cooperatively as part of a fast-paced team.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Hygiene

Teamwork

Time Management

Job description

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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.

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

Please note: This role is contracted to 44 weeks per year

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• 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 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
  
  
  

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.

Job Reference: com/0606/98015001/52743098/WJ #State Schools

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly 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 our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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