School Catering Assistant - Fresh Food & Service

Thomas Franks; Ashtead; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Cycle to work scheme

Volunteer leave - up to one day per ye

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Thomas Franks is seeking a Food Service Assistant to join our team at Ashtead Park, Surrey. This role supports daily catering across meals and hospitality for our school site, with a 30-hour workweek and a competitive hourly rate.

You will prepare meals, maintain hygiene, serve customers and help with stock during service. The ideal candidate has kitchen experience, is reliable, and comfortable working in a busy school catering environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in busy kitchen environments preferred.
• Ability to handle fresh food and salads.
• Good spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for service, following hygiene and safety standards.
• Keep kitchen clean and tidy to required standards.
• Clear and store food, beverages, and equipment for functions.
• Restock stocks during service to ensure smooth delivery.
• Operate cleaning and dishwashing equipment and clean areas.
• Complete cleaning/hygiene duties as required.
• Interact with customers and staff.

Skills

Food service

Kitchen experience

Hygiene standards

Customer service

Job description

Thomas Franks is seeking a Food Service Assistant to join our team at Ashtead Park, Surrey. This role supports daily catering across meals and hospitality for our school site, with a 30-hour workweek and a competitive hourly rate.

You will prepare meals, maintain hygiene, serve customers and help with stock during service. The ideal candidate has kitchen experience, is reliable, and comfortable working in a busy school catering environment.