Temporary Catering Assistant - School Setting

Blue Arrow; Bedford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

School-term hours

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Blue Arrow is seeking a Temporary Catering Assistant to work in a busy school catering environment in Bedford. The role is based on site in Bedford, with shifts varying during school term time. Pay starts at £12.71 per hour and offers weekly pay.

Ideal candidates have catering or kitchen experience, a valid Enhanced DBS certificate, and strong teamwork and communication skills to support the catering team during busy service periods. This is a temporary contract suitable for school-term work.

Qualifications

• Previous catering or kitchen experience is essential.
• A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate is required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with food preparation and meal service.
• Serving food to students and staff in a professional manner.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.
• Washing up and cleaning kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Supporting the catering team during busy service periods.
• Adhering to all health and safety regulations.

Skills

Catering experience

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

Join Blue Arrow as a Temporary Catering Assistant

Blue Arrow is currently recruiting for a Temporary Catering Assistant to work within a busy school catering environment in Bedford.

Location: Bedford

Pay Rate: From £12.71 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: Various shifts available during school term time

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with food preparation and meal service.
• Serving food to students and staff in a professional manner.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.
• Washing up and cleaning kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Supporting the catering team during busy service periods.
• Adhering to all health and safety regulations.

Requirements

• Previous catering or kitchen experience is essential.
• A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate is required.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional approach to work.

Benefits

• Competitive pay from £12.71 per hour.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible temporary assignments.
• School-friendly working hours.
• Opportunities to work within a supportive team environment.

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