Catering Assistant

Aspens Services Ltd.; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering company in Harrogate is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their team. In this role, you will support kitchen operations by assisting with food preparation and providing exceptional service during lunchtime. The ideal candidate will have some experience in catering or customer service and a passion for providing quality service. This part-time position offers 15 hours per week during school term time, with no late nights or weekends, and a competitive hourly wage of £12.21.

Benefits

No late nights

No weekends

Career growth and development opportunities

Committed to child safeguarding and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or fast-paced service environments.
• Understanding of health and safety practices.
• Willingness to learn and grow in the catering field.

Responsibilities

• Customer interaction at the tills during service.
• Providing friendly service to students and staff.
• Assisting with basic food preparation.
• Maintaining a safe and clean kitchen environment.

Skills

Team player

Previous catering experience

Basic knowledge of health and safety practices

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification

Job description

# Catering Assistant## Job IntroductionAspens Services is a market-leading contract caterer specialising in school food. We don't just serve meals—we create fantastic food experiences that fuel young minds! By blending deep knowledge of the education sector with the latest food trends, we encourage creativity and excitement in every kitchen. Our commitment to quality care for both clients and children has fueled rapid growth, and we are looking for passionate people like you to join our journey.**The role:**As a Catering Assistant, you will be a vital part of the team, supporting our kitchen in basic food preparation and delivering excellent service that makes the lunchtime rush run smoothly.**You’ll be making a real difference through responsibilities that include:*** **Customer Interaction:**Working on the tills during service (don’t worry, full training is provided!).* **Front-Line Service:** Providing friendly, polite customer service to all students and staff.* **Essential Support:** Assisting the team with basic food preparation* **Maintaining Standards:** Ensuring a safe, clean kitchen environment and meeting Health and Safety compliance**About you:**We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional food and service to our schools.If you have these skills and qualities, we want to hear from you:* You’re a team player and thrive as part of a busy team* You have previous catering or fast-paced service experience* You have a basic knowledge of health and safety practices* The Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification is great, but not essential as we can provide the training!**Great Work-Life Balance:**You’ll work Monday to Friday during school term time - that means no late nights, no weekends and no working at Christmas!* 15 hours per week* £12.21 per hour**Career Growth and Development:*** Join a fast-growing, ambitious company. We have no ceiling in terms of where you can take your career in catering.* Benefit from a dedicated Learning & Development team offering apprenticeship and training courses to help you constantly develop your skills.*Please note: All staff must share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. The company will seek an enhanced DBS disclosure.*### Catering Assistant* **Salary** £12.21 per hour* Hourly* **Job Reference** JGT/TP/76/7306* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Closing Date** 09 January, 2026* **Job Category** Unit Level* **Business Unit** Aspens Services Ltd* **Location** Harrogate, United Kingdom* 10 December, 2025