Food Service Assistant (School) - Wembley area (multiple sites)

BD Group; Wembley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A catering services company in Wembley is seeking a Food Service Assistant to prepare and serve meals in schools. The role is part-time (25 hours per week) focusing on food hygiene and teamwork, with opportunities for training and career advancement. Candidates should have at least a Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification or be willing to obtain one, alongside good communication skills. The position offers a pay rate of £12.21 per hour and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Heart Hub rewards

Group Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Paid Holidays

Family Friendly Policies

Health & wellbeing support

Career development and training

Qualifications

• Minimum of Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification (or willingness to work towards this).
• Understanding of Health and Safety procedures.
• Knowledge of food allergens and cross-contamination principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to children and staff.
• Support the Cook Supervisor & Assistant Cook.
• Maintain kitchen and food hygiene standards.

Skills

Food Hygiene Level 2

Teamwork

Good communication

Job description

Overview

Food Service Assistant (School) - Wembley area (multiple sites). BD Group, Wembley, England, United Kingdom.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for engaged and dedicated catering staff. As a Food Service Assistant (FSA) you will help to prepare and serve meals to children and staff in a school lunch-time environment. This role covers three school sites in the Wembley area (including the North Wembley and North Brent areas); the ability to travel to both locations is required. This is a part-time, term-time only role, with hours that can fit around caring or other responsibilities.

This is a great entry-level role for those less familiar with a commercial kitchen. It offers opportunities to learn and develop over time, with a pathway to leadership roles such as Assistant Cook for those who progress.

Duties

• Take instruction from the Cook Supervisor & Assistant Cook.
• Support the team with the preparation and service of hot and cold meals and snacks.
• Set out the dining area.
• Clear away and wash up.
• Handle food storage and preparation using commercial kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Maintain the highest kitchen and food hygiene standards.
• Use knowledge of food hygiene and allergens to prevent cross-contamination.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification (or willingness to work towards this); understanding of Health and Safety procedures, knowledge of food allergens and cross-contamination principles.
• Other food industry qualifications and experience are an advantage.
• Friendly manner, willingness to learn, work hard, and deliver great service.
• Ability to use initiative to solve routine issues while maintaining safe working practices; strong teamwork and independent working skills; good communication.
• Good grasp of English to understand and follow written instructions.
• Enhanced DBS check required for this role.

Working Arrangements

• Part-time, Permanent (25 hours per week), Monday to Friday.
• Location: working across three sites to provide cover within the Wembley area (North Brent/North Wembley).
• £12.21 per hour.

Benefits

• Heart Hub rewards, perks & benefits platform
• Group Life Assurance
• Pension Scheme
• Paid Holidays
• Family Friendly Policies for work-life balance
• Health & wellbeing support including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Career development and training
• A GREAT TEAM!

To Apply

If you are keen to be considered for this opportunity to join a great team, please click 'apply' below to submit your CV and outline relevant skills and experience via the application form. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; please apply as soon as possible and do not wait until the closing date.