School Catering Assistant - Stockbridge

Chartwells - Main; Winton Hill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated individual for a role involving food preparation and customer service at schools. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude, a passion for customer service, and the ability to thrive in a team environment. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality meals, creating appealing food displays, and ensuring hygiene and safety compliance. Enthusiasm and willingness to learn are highly valued. This is a 42.6-week contract role in Winton Hill.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar catering role is advantageous.
• Demonstrate safety prioritization in all tasks.
• Show enthusiasm for the role and company.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Create attractive food displays to engage customers.
• Represent the company positively and manage transactions efficiently.
• Ensure adherence to hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Positive, can-do attitude

Exceptional customer service

Team player

Time management

Reliability

Thriving under pressure

Job description

Shift Pattern

• Mon: Mornings
• Tues: Mornings
• Weds: Mornings
• Thurs: Mornings
• Fri: Mornings
• Sat:
• Sun:

Please note : This role is contracted to 42.6 weeks per year

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 your enthusiasm is what truly matters

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 expect 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.

Job Reference: com / 0212 / 43777001 / 52778814 / WJ #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!