Catering Assistant

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.