Catering Assistant

  • Kellan Group
  • May 06, 2026
Full time Hospitality & Tourism

Job Description

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are current recruiting for Catering Assistants for various school contracts across Southend-on-Sea along with other sites such as hospitals, offices and more

Our School Catering Assistants typically work Monday - Friday, term time only, 9am to 2pm

Benefits for our School Catering Assistants

  • Immediate Starts
  • Flexible Shift Patterns to fit your schedule
  • Weekly Pay for your hard work
  • Opportunities to work at various sites across Southend-on-Sea and surrounding areas

Key Responsibilities of our School Catering Assistant:

  • Assist in the preparation and serving of hot and cold food items
  • Help clear and close the unit at the end of each shift
  • Maintain standards in line with food safety and food allergen legislation
  • Assist with special events and buffets as required

Our ideal School Catering Assistant:

Pay rates differ depending on client, experience and role.

  • Previous experience in a catering or food service role is ESSENTIAL
  • Use of till and/or computerised stock system is advantageous
  • Food Safety & Food Allergen Qualifications or willingness to complete IS ESSENTIAL
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, sometimes challenging environment
  • Team player with the initiative to work independently
  • Driver (preferred but not essential)
  • Takes pride in delivering excellent service
  • Enhanced DBS

Who Should Apply? If you have experience in roles such as Canteen Assistant, Catering Assistant, Waitress, Barista, General Catering Assistant, or Kitchen Porter, we would love to hear from you!

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