School Catering Assistant – Fresh Food Service

Thomas Franks Ltd.; Ashtead; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Wider wallet scheme

Volunteer leave

Cycle to work scheme

Apprenticeship programme

Team & company social events

Workplace pension

Job summary

Thomas Franks Ltd. is seeking a Food Service Assistant for Ashtead Park. The role is term-time focused with full-time permanent status, offering 30 hours per week at a pay rate of 12.94 per hour. Duties include food prep, serving, and maintaining hygiene standards in a busy school kitchen.

You'll support with meal service, front-facing customer interactions, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. Term variations and on-site parking apply.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working within a busy kitchen environment is preferred.
• Experience serving customers within a catering establishment is preferred.
• Food hygiene certificate preferred.
• Able to lift moderately heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for service, following good hygiene and safety practices.
• Ensure the kitchen is left clean and tidy to the required standard.
• Clear, clean and store away any food, beverage or equipment required for special functions.
• Restock and replenish stocks and consumables as required during service periods.
• Operate cleaning, dishwashing equipment and store equipment properly.
• Complete all / any necessary cleaning/hygiene duties.
• Interact and acknowledge all customers and client staff

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Listening skills

Food hygiene

Job description

Thomas Franks Ltd. is seeking a Food Service Assistant for Ashtead Park. The role is term-time focused with full-time permanent status, offering 30 hours per week at a pay rate of 12.94 per hour. Duties include food prep, serving, and maintaining hygiene standards in a busy school kitchen.

You'll support with meal service, front-facing customer interactions, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. Term variations and on-site parking apply.