Storeperson / General Assistant - Bristol

Holroyd Howe; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering company in Bristol is seeking a reliable Storeman to support the catering team. Responsibilities include managing stock, ensuring food safety, and maintaining cleanliness in storage areas. The ideal candidate has strong organisational skills, a proactive attitude, and experience in a catering or stockroom environment. This role offers a stable position with excellent work-life balance and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Term-time only position

28 days leave

Pension scheme

Free meals while on duty

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a stores or catering environment preferred.
• Good understanding of food safety and storage standards.
• Physically fit for lifting and moving goods safely.

Responsibilities

• Receive and check deliveries per food safety procedures.
• Manage stock rotation using FIFO principles.
• Keep storage areas clean and organised.

Skills

Organisational skills

Good communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Reliable and punctual

Education

Basic Food Hygiene training

Manual Handling training

Job description

Queen Elizabeth's Hospital (QEH) is a prestigious independent boys' school in Clifton, Bristol, with a proud heritage dating back to 1586. We are currently seeking a reliable and organised Storeman to support our busy catering team. In this vital support role, you will be responsible for receiving and checking deliveries, managing stock rotation, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring storerooms and prep areas are clean, tidy, and well‑organised. You'll work closely with the wider kitchen team to help ensure the smooth and efficient running of all food services.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check, and sign for deliveries in line with food safety and company procedures.
• Ensure all goods are stored safely, appropriately, and within proper temperature controls.
• Manage stock rotation using FIFO principles to minimise waste and ensure freshness.
• Keep accurate stock records and assist with stocktakes and inventory audits.
• Ensure the cleanliness and organisation of all storage areas, including dry, chilled, and frozen stores.
• Communicate any shortages, damages, or issues with deliveries to the Head Chef or Catering Manager.
• Assist kitchen team with daily prep support and movement of goods as required.
• Comply with all food hygiene, health and safety, and COSHH regulations.
• Work collaboratively with the catering team to support smooth kitchen operations.
• Carry out manual handling tasks and use equipment such as trolleys and pallet jacks safely.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills, a proactive approach, and a good team ethic to join a welcoming school environment.

If you're looking for a stable and valued role within a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a stores, stockroom, or catering environment preferred.
• Good understanding of food safety, storage, and temperature control standards.
• Basic Food Hygiene and Manual Handling training (can be provided).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and record‑keeping skills.
• Physically fit and capable of lifting and moving goods safely.
• Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
• Willingness to learn and follow procedures.
• Positive and proactive attitude in a fast‑paced environment.

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on: Sustainability – Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; Nutrition – We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients. Food Innovation – We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team. From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.

Benefits

• Term‑time only position – excellent work‑life balance.
• 28 days leave.
• 3 volunteering days.
• 3 days grandparent leave.
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave.
• Pension scheme and life insurance.
• Access to Perkbox – discounts on retail, cinema, travel and more.
• Wellbeing hub and employee assistance programme.
• Free meals while on duty.
• Ongoing training, development and HIT Apprenticeships.