Relief Catering Assistant

Aspens Services Ltd.; Backwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Relief Catering Assistant to support kitchens in Backwell, UK. The role involves basic food preparation, delivering excellent customer service during lunch, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Ideal candidates should be team players with prior catering experience and knowledge of health and safety practices. Working hours are Monday to Friday during term time with a competitive pay of £13 per hour. Join a growing company dedicated to professional development and a great work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Previous catering or fast-paced service experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices is essential.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification is a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchens with basic food preparation.
• Provide friendly customer service during service hours.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Team player

Customer service

Health and safety knowledge

Catering experience

Job description

# Relief Catering AssistantAspens 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 high-street 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 Relief Catering Assistant, you will be a vital part of the team, supporting kitchens within your area 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!* You hold a full UK driving licence**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!* 25 hours per week* £13 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.*### Relief Catering Assistant* **Salary** £13 per hour* Hourly* **Job Reference** JGT/TP/76/7540* **Contract Type** Permanent* **Closing Date** 15 February, 2026* **Job Category** Unit Level* **Business Unit** Aspens Services Ltd* **Location** Backwell, United Kingdom* 16 January, 2026