Term-Time School Catering Assistant — Flexible Hours & Free Meals

Peoplebank; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent catering company in London is seeking a General Assistant to support team operations in a busy catering environment. You will facilitate meal preparation, maintain hygiene standards, and ensure outstanding customer service. Ideal candidates will have experience in food service, possess excellent teamwork and communication skills, and demonstrate flexibility. This is a term time only contract with opportunities for career progression and various benefits including free meals and training.

Benefits

Wider wallet scheme

Free meals on duty

Volunteers leave

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave

Cycle to work scheme

Recommend a friend bonus

Individual training and development

Apprenticeship programme

Company social events

Employee assistance programme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced catering environment.
• Basic food preparation knowledge and hygiene practices.
• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in serving customers and cleaning.
• Prepare and set up service areas for meals.
• Ensure food hygiene and safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Team working abilities

Listening skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Impeccable personal presentation

Food hygiene certificate

Adaptability

Reliability

Good verbal English

Good written English

Experience in customer service

Job description

A leading independent catering company in London is seeking a General Assistant to support team operations in a busy catering environment. You will facilitate meal preparation, maintain hygiene standards, and ensure outstanding customer service. Ideal candidates will have experience in food service, possess excellent teamwork and communication skills, and demonstrate flexibility. This is a term time only contract with opportunities for career progression and various benefits including free meals and training.