Catering Assistant

Description

Catering Assistant / Kitchen Porter

Part Time | Term Time Only | Day Shifts

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant / Kitchen Porter to join a busy catering team within an educational setting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food service, and customer care.

Working as part of a friendly team, you will support the day-to-day operation of a catering facility, helping to provide a quality food service to students, staff, and visitors.

Hours

Monday to Friday

Approx. 9:00am to 3:00pm

27.5 hours per week

Term time only

Responsibilities

Assisting with food preparation and basic kitchen duties

Serving meals and refreshments in a professional and friendly manner

Operating dishwashing equipment and ensuring crockery, cutlery, and kitchen utensils are cleaned to a high standard

Maintaining kitchen, servery, and dining areas in line with food hygiene requirements

Following cleaning schedules and completing routine sanitation tasks

Monitoring and replenishing stock as required

Supporting stock checks and storage procedures

Ensuring workspaces remain clean, safe, and organised throughout the day

Assisting with waste disposal and recycling procedures

Adhering to food safety, health and safety, and allergen management procedures

Supporting the wider catering team with additional duties as required

What We're Looking For

A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Good communication skills

Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety practices

Ability to follow instructions and work independently when required

Reliable, punctual, and well organised

Desirable Experience

Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, or food service environment

Food Safety Certificate (Level xjnqpsq 2 or equivalent)

Experience serving customers in a busy setting

Experience working within education, healthcare, or contract catering environments

Benefits

Consistent weekday working hours

Term time schedule offering excellent work-life balance

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training opportunities

Immediate start available for the right candidateIf you're looking for a rewarding role within a professional catering environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered.

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