Catering Assistant

Located in Cumbria.

Aspens Services is a market leading contract caterer specialising in school food. We create fantastic food experiences that fuel young minds, blending education sector knowledge with the latest food trends to encourage creativity and excitement in every kitchen.

The role

As a Catering Assistant, you will be a vital part of the team, supporting the kitchen in basic food preparation and delivering excellent service that keeps the lunchtime rush running smoothly.

You'll be making a real difference through responsibilities that include:

• Customer Interaction: Working on the tills during service (full training provided).
• Providing friendly, polite customer service to all students and staff.
• Assisting the team with basic food preparation.
• Ensuring a safe, clean kitchen environment and meeting Health and Safety compliance.

About you

We're looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools. If you have these skills and qualities, we want to hear from you:

• You're a team player and thrive as part of a busy team.
• You have previous catering or fast paced service experience.
• You have a basic knowledge of health and safety practices.
• The Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification is great, but not essential as we can provide the training.

Why Join the Aspens Family Great Work Life Balance

• Work Monday to Friday during school term time - no late nights, no weekends, and no working at Christmas.
• 17.5 hours per week.
• 38 weeks per year - plenty of time off.
• £12.71 per hour.

Career Growth and Development

• Join a fast growing, ambitious company with no ceiling for where you can take your career in catering.
• Benefit from a dedicated Learning & Development team offering apprenticeship and training courses.

Please note: All staff must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. The company will seek an enhanced DBS disclosure.