Catering Assistant

Berkeley Scott is recruiting Catering Assistants on a temporary basis for the new school term starting September, working with Impact Food Group in Ashford. These term-time roles offer school hours, ideal for those balancing childcare commitments. Responsibilities involve food preparation, serving, and maintaining cleanliness. Candidates should possess prior catering experience and a flexible approach. Weekly pay is provided, with opportunities for regular shifts that suit your availability. This position allows you to build experience within a supportive setting, offering the choice to select shifts that fit your schedule. A competitive salary is offered for this contract. Berkeley Scott Recruitment are actively recruiting experienced Catering Assistants for the new school year starting in September! Working with our client, Impact Food Group, we have a variety of Catering Assistant roles available across schools in the Staines upon Thames area.

Benefits of Working as a Catering Assistant

• Term time roles
• School hours to work around your own childcare requirements
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing temporary Catering Assistant work
• Opportunities for regular shifts
• The flexibility to choose shifts that suit your availability
• The chance to build experience
• Friendly and supportive agency team available to support you throughout your assignments

As a Catering Assistant, your duties will include:

• Supporting Chef/Catering Manager and kitchen teams
• Assisting with the preparation and service of hot and cold food items
• Assisting with food service of children, liasing with teachers and care workers
• Operating tills and handling payments where required
• Clearing down and closing units at the end of shifts
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Following food safety and food allergen legislation at all times
• Ensuring food service areas remain clean, organised and well stocked
• Working closely with all school staff to deliver an efficient service

What We Are Looking For In Our Catering Assistants

• Previous experience working as a Catering Assistant - experience working in education would be advantageous
• Food Safety and Food Allergen qualifications, or willingness to complete them, is essential
• Possession of an Enhanced DBS with child barring or the willingness to obtain one is essential
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced catering environments
• A positive, reliable and professional approach to work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for delivering excellent service and supporting busy catering operations

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