School Catering Assistant – Term-Time, Weekdays

Grow and Thrive Limited; Ivybridge; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

DBS disclosure given

Term-time schedule

Job summary

Aspens Services is a market-leading contract caterer specialising in school food. We don't just serve meals—we create fantastic food experiences that fuel young minds.

We are looking for a Catering Assistant to support our kitchen in basic food preparation and provide excellent service during the lunchtime rush. You will work with a busy team, handle tills during service with full training, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen aligned with Health and Safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or fast-paced service.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 preferred but training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Customer interaction: working on the tills during service with full training provided.
• Front-line service: providing friendly, polite customer service to students and staff.
• Essential support: assisting the team with basic food preparation.
• Maintaining standards: ensuring a safe, clean kitchen and meeting Health and Safety compliance.

Skills

Catering experience

Health and safety knowledge

Team player

Customer service

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

Job description

Aspens Services is a market-leading contract caterer specialising in school food. We don't just serve meals—we create fantastic food experiences that fuel young minds.

We are looking for a Catering Assistant to support our kitchen in basic food preparation and provide excellent service during the lunchtime rush. You will work with a busy team, handle tills during service with full training, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen aligned with Health and Safety requirements.