Catering Assistant

Elior Uk; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 14,000; Part time

Job summary

A food service company in the UK is looking for a Catering Assistant to provide top-notch service in schools and colleges. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, being updated on menu offerings, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a passion for customer service and work well in a team. This part-time position offers flexible working hours and great perks including free meals and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Free, tasty meals

Flexible working hours

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Pension schemes and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Focus on providing excellent customer service consistently.
• Ability to work as a part of a team.
• Experience in catering or barista work is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are clean and well-stocked.
• Stay updated with the menu and food offerings.
• Provide warm and friendly service.
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety guidelines.

Skills

Customer service excellence

Team player

Catering experience

Barista experience

Job description

Part Time

England, WV10 6SE

£13308.90 per annum

Taylor Shaw – Great Food, Bright Futures

At Ormiston New Academy & Sixth Form within Taylor Shaw, we believe healthy food fuels young minds, and we’re passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness – because we know young people deserve the best.

Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children's Barred List, and two suitable references.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Catering Assistant, you will have plenty of responsibilities and opportunities to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

• Ensure the kitchen and service area are always clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Keep up to date with menus and what food is on offer
• Offer a warm and friendly service
• Ensure COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety are followed

What can you bring?

• Focused on the front line
• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Team player
• Catering and Barista experience desirable but not essential

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with!No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!