School Catering Assistant

Chartwells Schools; Wales; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Wales is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their dynamic team. You'll prepare high-quality food, craft appealing displays, and ensure excellent customer service while adhering to safety and hygiene standards. This role offers opportunities for personal growth in a rewarding environment. Join us to make a positive impact while working in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering role is a bonus.
• Enthusiasm and a positive attitude are essential.
• Adhere to Food Handling & Hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients.
• Craft eye-catching food displays.
• Represent the brand positively.
• Handle transactions efficiently.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Can-do attitude

Passion for customer service

Team collaboration

Time management

Reliability

Job description

Overview

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, making it an excellent chance to advance in a supportive setting. This role is contracted to 44.2 weeks per year. The shift pattern is 5 out of 7 days.

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 your enthusiasm is what truly matters

About Chartwells / Compass Group UK&I

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 focused on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. 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 applicants are asked to declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability to work with children.

Job Reference: com/1209/99164001/52598693/BU #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.