Catering Assistant

Posted 13 days 12 hours ago by Civic Recruitment Limited

Permanent
Full Time
Temporary Jobs
Norfolk, Norwich, United Kingdom, NR1 1
Job Description

Full time Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 24/06/2026

Job Information

Food / Catering / Hospitality

City Norwich

Province Norfolk

Postal Code NR2

Job Description

Job Title: Catering & General Assistant (Temporary)

Job Purpose

To support the delivery of a high-quality catering service by serving food, maintaining food temperature controls, and carrying out general housekeeping duties. The postholder will help ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors while adhering to food hygiene and health and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve food and beverages in a professional, friendly, and efficient manner.
  • Monitor and record food temperatures in accordance with food safety regulations.
  • Assist with basic food preparation and kitchen support duties.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene within kitchen, dining, and food preparation areas.
  • Carry out general housekeeping duties including sweeping, mopping, cleaning, and tidying.
  • Wash and store kitchen equipment, utensils, and crockery safely.
  • Follow Food Hygiene, Health & Safety, and safeguarding procedures at all times.
  • Dispose of waste appropriately and maintain a safe working environment.
  • Provide excellent customer service to pupils, staff, and visitors.

Experience

  • Previous experience in catering, kitchen, cleaning, housekeeping, or hospitality environments.
  • Experience of working to health and safety procedures.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Experience working within a school, care, or educational setting.

Qualifications

  • Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
  • Health and Safety training.

Compliance Requirements

  • Enhanced DBS Check required.
  • Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities when working in a school environment.
  • Ability to comply with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations.

Skills

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently.
  • Good attention to detail and cleanliness standards.
  • Reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to work.

Location: Thurton CEVC Primary School, Norwich, NR14 6AT

Payment schedule: bi-weekly.

Closing date: Soon - early applications are encouraged.