School Catering Assistant

Chartwells Schools; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 13,776 - 16,531; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational catering service in the UK is seeking a School Catering Assistant to join their team. In this part-time role, you will prepare delicious food, create appealing displays, and ensure high standards of hygiene. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, excel in customer service, and work well in a team. Previous catering experience is a bonus, but enthusiasm is essential. Opportunities for growth within a supportive environment are available.

Qualifications

• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to all tasks.
• Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
• Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Crafting appealing food displays to attract customers.
• Upholding standards of Food Handling & Hygiene.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Time management

Reliability

Safety awareness

Job description

Join to apply for the School Catering Assistant role at Chartwells Schools. 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 opportunities for growth within a company that values individuality and invests in its employees. Your hard work will be recognised and rewarded, providing an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting.

Shift Pattern

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

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

Key Responsibilities

• 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

Ideal Candidate

• 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 enthusiasm matters most

About Chartwells

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 expects 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.

Compliance & EEO Statement

Chartwells 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!

Job Details

Job Reference: com/0801/91887001/52783826/WJ #State Schools

Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Part‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industry: Food and Beverage Services

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