Catering Assistant

Berkeley Scott is seeking experienced Catering Assistants for temporary roles in Staines, supporting Impact Food Group across local schools from September. These positions offer term-time schedules with school hours, enabling you to manage shifts around your own childcare needs. As a Catering Assistant, you will assist with food preparation, service, and basic kitchen duties within a school setting. The role provides weekly pay, flexible shift choices, and the chance to secure regular work. This ongoing temporary contract suits candidates who have prior catering experience and seek adaptable employment in Staines.

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.

If you are an experienced Catering Assistant looking for flexible work and weekly pay.

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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