School Catering Assistant

TN United Kingdom; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a School Catering Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in preparing nutritious meals for students. This position offers a balanced work-life schedule, with shifts Monday to Friday during term time. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including travel discounts, healthcare benefits, and career development opportunities. Be part of a dedicated team that values safety, quality, and a positive brand image. If you're passionate about food and service, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Food shopping discounts

Access to Digital GP

Cinema ticket discounts

Cash rewards for spending

Free wellness classes

Contributory pension scheme

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and can-do attitude with a focus on teamwork.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food and create attractive displays.
• Ensure compliance with food handling and hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Time Management

Food Hygiene

Customer Service

Education

Catering Experience

Job description

As a School Catering Assistant, your role will involve supporting the preparation of school meals and providing friendly service to students and staff. This position is scheduled Monday to Friday during term time only, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com, and others
• Food shopping discounts at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, and more
• Access to Digital GP and wider healthcare benefits for you and your immediate family
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets
• Regular emails with discounts and savings
• Cash rewards for spending, redeemable across various brands
• Free wellness, mindfulness, and exercise classes
• The ability to share discounts with friends and family
• Contributory pension scheme
• Career development through our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

The typical shift pattern is as follows:

• Monday to Friday: Full-time (Days)
• Saturday and Sunday: Off

Please note: This role is contracted for 43 weeks per year.

Before applying, please consider the following:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing high-quality, appealing food for our clients and customers
• Creating attractive food and counter displays
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Ensuring compliance with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Adhering to Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Catering Assistant will:

• Possess an enthusiastic, can-do attitude
• Be an excellent team player
• Be eager to succeed in your role
• Work well under pressure
• Demonstrate outstanding timekeeping and reliability
• Prioritize safety at all times
• Experience in a similar catering role is preferred but not essential

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