Catering Assistant

Aspens Services Ltd.; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading contract caterer in Milton Keynes is seeking a Catering Assistant to support kitchen operations and provide excellent customer service. In this role, you'll assist with food preparation and ensure a clean, safe environment. This zero-hour contract is ideal for team players with catering experience and a passion for serving students. Enjoy a balanced work-life with no late nights or weekends, and opportunities for career development within a rapidly growing company.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Career growth opportunities

No late nights or weekends

Support for training and development

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices.
• Previous catering or fast-paced service experience is preferred.
• Willingness to learn about food hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen in basic food preparation.
• Provide friendly customer service to students and staff.
• Maintain a safe and clean kitchen environment.
• Work on tills during service.

Skills

Team player

Catering experience

Customer service

Health and safety knowledge

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2

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!* This position is a zero-hour contract, based around term time - meaning hours may vary* £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/76/7265* **Contract Type** Zero Hours* **Closing Date** 07 January, 2026* **Job Category** Unit Level* **Business Unit** Aspens Services Ltd* **Location** Milton Keynes, United Kingdom* 08 December, 2025