School Catering Assistant – Term-Time, Free Meals on Duty

Thomas Franks Ltd.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wider wallet scheme

Free meals on duty

Cycle to work scheme

Excellent career progression

Workplace pension

Training and development

Job summary

Thomas Franks Ltd. is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant to support term-time service at a Blackburn location in Lancashire. The role runs Monday to Friday, 30 hours per week, with a salary of £12.71 per hour.

The position includes free parking on site and a robust benefits program. Responsibilities include serving at breakfast, lunch or dinner, assisting with dining room setup, food preparation to hygiene standards, and maintaining cleanliness according to Chef Manager expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering environment.
• Experience serving customers in a catering establishment.
• Ability to work in a team and on own initiative.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take responsibility.
• Ability to lift moderately heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Serve clients during Breakfast, lunch or dinner service.
• Help setting up the dining room for service.
• Prepare food for service following hygiene and safety standards.
• Keep the kitchen and service areas clean and tidy to required standards.
• Restock stocks and replenish consumables during service.
• Operate cleaning and dishwashing equipment and store gear properly.
• Carry out cleaning/hygiene duties as required.
• Interact with customers and staff in a professional manner.

Skills

Catering experience

Customer service

Team player

Hygiene standards

Written English

Education

Food hygiene certificate preferred

Job description

Thomas Franks Ltd. is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant to support term-time service at a Blackburn location in Lancashire. The role runs Monday to Friday, 30 hours per week, with a salary of £12.71 per hour.

The position includes free parking on site and a robust benefits program. Responsibilities include serving at breakfast, lunch or dinner, assisting with dining room setup, food preparation to hygiene standards, and maintaining cleanliness according to Chef Manager expectations.