Catering Assistants in Southend-On-Sea

Ad Hoc Catering Assistant - School/Contract Catering setting

Location: Various sites across Southend-On- Sea

Contract Type: Ad hoc / Casual

Hours: Flexible, term-time only

Salary: Competitive hourly rate

Are you looking for flexible work that fits around your schedule? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and making a difference in children's daily lives? We're looking for enthusiastic and reliable Catering Assistants to join our ad hoc team supporting school kitchens across the area.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with the preparation and serving of meals to pupils and staff

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and dining areas

Operate basic kitchen equipment safely and efficiently

Support the catering team with stock rotation and general kitchen duties

Follow food safety and health & safety procedures at all times

What We're Looking For:

Previous experience in catering or hospitality (preferred but not essential)

A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Good communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work flexibly across different school sites

Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer:

Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

Opportunity to gain experience in school catering

Supportive team environment

Training provided where needed

If you're passionate about food, enjoy working with people, and want to contribute to a vital part of school life, we'd love to hear from you.

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