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Company
Part-time Catering Assistant
Job summary
A local educational institution is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant to support food services at the Harlow and Stansted Airport campuses. This role involves preparing and serving food and maintaining service areas. The ideal candidate will have strong customer service skills and must possess a Level 2 Maths qualification. The position offers valuable training, benefits such as 30 days leave, and the opportunity for professional development. Applicants should apply as soon as possible before the closing date.
Benefits
Responsibilities
- Setting up the catering outlet for service.
- Replenishing counters and vending machines.
- Involvement in food preparation and service.
Skills
Job Ref No. ECC0-625S Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Salary £12,113.76 actual per annum
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 04/01/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC
Location: Harlow and Stansted Airport college campus
Monday to Friday 10.00 am - 2.00pm
Term time only
Fixed term MAT cover 0.48 up to one year
About the team
The catering team are pivotal in providing an excellent customer focused catering service to the College
About the role
This is a hands‑on role and will involve setting up the catering outlet, with the support of a chef, ready to offer breakfast, breaks and lunch service of hot and cold dishes, snacks, confectionary and drinks. You will be required to replenish the counter and vending machines throughout the day to ensure a swift service for customers. The successful candidate should ideally have a sound knowledge of customer service and worked in a busy catering environment but this is not essential. As a Catering Assistant you will be involved in all aspects of the hospitality service including basic food preparation, food service, and other duties associated with the retail operations including using a till.
What we are looking for
- A good team player
- Flexibility to travel between our Stansted Airport and Harlow campus
- Have a passion and commitment to provide good customer service
- Have a flexible and positive approach
- Have excellent communication skills
- Have an understanding of food hygiene regulations
- You must have a level 2 Maths qualification
We are particularly interested in candidates who have proven experience in a catering assistant's role.
What we can offer
The successful candidate can expect the College to fund any training required for the role, investment in their professional development, opportunities to further their career as well as an excellent benefits package including 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Pension scheme, Cycle to work scheme and many more!
To apply
Still unsure if this is the right role for you?
If you would like to pop in or have an informal discussion to find out more, please contact Alison Armitage via email aarmitage@harlow-college.ac.uk or Joanne Pearson on 01279 868 315
Closing date for applications 04/01/2026
This vacancy may close early dependant on the volume of applications received, we therefore encourage you to apply ASAP.
This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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