Mobile Catering Assistant

Elior Uk; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Mobile Catering Assistant to support schools in Dereham and Norwich. The role involves assisting with food preparation and service, ensuring high food hygiene standards, and providing reliable support across multiple sites. Candidates should have experience in food service and a passion for customer care. This full-time position offers flexibility and great benefits including free meals, development opportunities, and a friendly work environment.

Benefits

Free meals

Flexible working hours

Paid volunteering days

Career development opportunities

Pension schemes

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working in a catering or food service environment.
• A calm, organised approach and confidence in new settings.
• A genuine passion for customer service and supporting young people.
• Ability to work flexibly and solutions-focused.

Responsibilities

• Cover absences and support busy periods across multiple sites.
• Assist with food preparation, service and customer interaction.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety.
• Deliver friendly and efficient customer service.

Skills

Experience in catering or food service

Organised approach

Passion for customer service

Flexible mindset

Job description

Monday - Friday, 30 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only, Mileage Included

Full Time

Northgate, England, NR19 2EU

£13.50 per hour

Taylor Shaw – Great Food, Bright Futures

Supporting our Schools across Dereham & Norwich, atTaylor 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.

Step away from the same kitchen every day. As our Mobile Catering Assistant at Taylor Shaw, you’ll support our School's Catering Operation across Dereham & Norwich, providing reliable cover and helping teams deliver great food and service when it matters most.

What you’ll be doing…

• Cover absences and support busy periods across multiple sites
• Assist with food preparation, service and customer interaction
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, safety and cleanliness
• Keep kitchens and mobile units running smoothly to Taylor Shaw standards
• Travel between sites to provide reliable, flexible support
• Deliver friendly, efficient customer service at all times
• Support set-up, close-down, restocking and waste management

Working pattern: Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 2:30pm (approx.) | 30 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only | Mileage Included

What can you bring?

• Experience working in a catering or food service environment
• A calm, organised approach and confidence working in new settings
• A genuine passion for customer service and supporting young people
• A positive, flexible and solutions-focused mindset
• TMF experience is helpful, but full training will be provided
• Your own vehicle is essential (mileage paid at 33p per mile for petrol vehicles and 26p per mile for electric vehicles)

If you can step into any kitchen and help things run smoothly, you’ll thrive in this role!

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!