Catering Assistant

Aramark NV; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 16,000; Part time

Job summary

A catering services provider in Pontefract is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant. In this role, you will assist with food preparation and service, maintain cleanliness, and support hospitality events. The position offers £12.21 per hour for 25 hours per week during term time, providing full training and a commitment to internal promotion. Join a close-knit team dedicated to diversity and inclusion, with access to a range of benefits including discounts and training opportunities.

Benefits

PerkBox discounts

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS is required.
• Experience in a catering role is ideal, but full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation and service.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Handle deliveries and assist in hospitality events.

Skills

Catering experience

Barista skills

Job description

Aramark UK are currently recruiting a part-time Catering Assistant to join our team working at New College Pontefract, WF8 4QR.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who is keen to join a close-knit team assisting with basic food preparation and service for daily operation within main school.

What's in it for you:

• £12.21 per hour
• 31 working weeks term time only
• 25 hours per week Monday to Friday (7:30am-3:30pm)
• You will have access to PerkBox - which includes hundreds of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats.
• We also offer a company package including life assurance, pension contributions, generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy more, and many more benefits.
• You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within.
• As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue.

A day in the life of a Catering Assistant

• Assisting with basic food preparation and service for daily operation within main college. Assisting with lunch clean-down and cleaning/closing down service times.
• Areas must always be clean and tidy and operating to the brand standards.
• Assisting with deliveries as required.
• Barista and hot drinks service.
• Assisting with hospitality events as required depending on the school events.

You'll be set up for success if you have:

• Enhanced DBS
• Experience in a catering role is ideal, but full training will be provided

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application.

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.