Catering Assistant

Berkeley Scott is recruiting a Catering Assistant for temporary roles in Crewe, starting September. Working with Impact Food Group across local schools, this position offers term time hours that align with the school day, suiting those with childcare or other commitments. You will handle food preparation, service, and basic kitchen duties, requiring prior experience. Weekly pay is provided, alongside flexibility to choose shifts that fit your availability.

Benefits of Working as a Catering Assistant:

• Term time only roles
• School hours to fit around childcare or other commitments
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing temporary work
• Opportunities for regular shifts
• Flexibility to choose shifts that suit your availability
• The chance to gain valuable experience across different school settings
• A friendly and supportive Berkeley Scott team to support you throughout your assignments

As a Catering Assistant, your duties will include:

• Supporting the Chef, Catering Manager and wider kitchen team
• Assisting with the preparation and service of hot and cold food
• Serving meals to children while working closely with teachers and care staff
• Operating tills and handling payments where required
• Cleaning down kitchen and dining areas at the end of service
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Following all food safety and food allergen procedures at all times
• Keeping food service areas clean, organised and fully stocked
• Working alongside school staff to deliver an efficient catering service

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience as a Catering Assistant (experience within education is desirable but not essential)
• A Food Safety and Food Allergen qualification, or willingness to complete one
• An Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List, or willingness to obtain one
• Good communication and organisational skills
• The ability to work well in a busy catering environment
• A positive, reliable and professional attitude
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A passion for delivering excellent service and supporting busy catering operations
• Whether you've worked as a Catering Assistant, Kitchen Assistant or Food Service Assistant, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay rates are dependent on the role and your level of experience.

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