Company: Aspens Services
Location: Waltham Forest
Pay: £14.80 per hour
Hours: 30 hours per week
Contract: 38 weeks per year, term time only
Schedule: Monday–Friday, no weekends
About the Role
Aspens Services is looking for a friendly and reliable Catering Assistant to join its school catering team in Waltham Forest.
You will support the kitchen team with food preparation and lunchtime service, helping provide students and staff with a positive and enjoyable dining experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with basic food preparation.
- Serve students and staff in a friendly and professional manner.
- Operate the till during service — full training will be provided.
- Support the kitchen team during busy lunchtime periods.
- Maintain a clean, safe and organised kitchen and service area.
- Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures.
- Help ensure high standards of food service are maintained.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a friendly and positive team player.
- Work well in a busy environment.
- Have previous catering or fast-paced customer service experience.
- Have a basic understanding of health and safety.
- Have good communication and customer service skills.
- Hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification, although this is not essential as training can be provided.
What’s Offered
- £14.80 per hour
- 30 hours per week
- 38 weeks per year
- Monday–Friday working pattern
- No weekends
- No late-night shifts
- School holidays off, including Christmas
- Training and development opportunities
- Apprenticeships and career progression support
- Dedicated Learning & Development team
Safeguarding
All staff must share Aspens Services’ commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
If you’re looking for a school catering role with a great work-life balance and opportunities to develop your career, this could be an excellent opportunity.