Kitchen Assistant
Bank Kitchen Assistant
Location: Longlands Care Home, Blackbird Leys, Oxford
Pay rate: £12.44 per hour (enhancements paid for weekends and/or holders of a relevant qualification)
Contracted Hours: Bank
Shift Times: 8-2 & 3-7pm
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals, snacks and drinks for our residents. You’ll get to know our residents, understand their likes and dislikes so that mealtimes are always a highlight of their day
In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.
Longlands Care Home is situated a quiet residential location in Blackbird Leys in Oxford. The home offers compassionate residential, early-stage dementia and respite care and is short distance of the town centre, shops and local amenities.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development.
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You don’t need to have previous formal catering experience, as we’ll give you the training you need, although it would be helpful if you hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. What we’re looking for is someone who is keen on cooking and takes pride in kitchen hygiene standards. You’ll have a positive can-do approach, with good communication skills and you’ll be passionate about ensuring our residents receive the best service possible.
You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Kitchen Assistant within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
We reserve the right to close this role before the closing date, with no advance notice. We do encourage you to complete an application as soon as possible if interested.
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Join Our Caring Community at Elizabeth House!
Role: Kitchen Assistant
Location: Elizabeth House Residential Home – Bournemouth (BH12 4PX)
Pay: £12.30 per hour
Hours: Full Time - Part Time & Bank Hours
Shift Pattern: 08:00 – 20:00 (including alternate weekends)
Who are we looking for and what you’ll bring to the role:
- Someone who is happy and confident working within a busy, fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Previous experience in a care or catering setting is helpful but not essential.
- Someone with the ability to support our residents during mealtimes.
- A caring and respectful attitude towards our residents and the ability to support them during mealtimes.
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- If this sounds like you then we would love for you to join the team!
What you will be doing:
- Supporting the Chef and kitchen team with the basic preparation of fresh and nutritious meals, snacks and drinks for our residents ensuring that their dietary needs are met.
- Following all food safety and health & safety regulations.
- Supporting residents to enjoy their dining experience with every meal.
- Ensuring kitchen and dining room areas are kept clean and hygienic.
- Washing cooking appliances and crockery – sanitising all food preparation areas.
Make a Real Difference Every Day
Everyone working at Care South is dedicated to providing the best quality care to all our residents. We all share and work hard to uphold our HEART values, ensuring that throughout the delivery of care, we consistently demonstrate Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork.
Our care homes don’t just provide companionship and social interaction, they provide a happy and fulfilling lifestyle for residents, delivering Food, Fun and Friendship, as well as compassionate person-centred care. Our fantastic facilities, exciting social activities and exceptional care teams all help to enhance the health and happiness of our residents.
No two residents are the same and we love to learn about their amazing life stories, hobbies, and interests. This allows us to tailor our activities to suit their likes and favourite pastimes, as well as really get to know them and build strong relationships.
Food, Fun and Friendship is at the HEART of everything we do!
Why You’ll Love Working with Us
You'll receive a comprehensive induction including:
- Ongoing training and development.
- Receiving support from a friendly, experienced team and colleagues.
- Delivering person-centred care that truly makes a difference.
- Encouraging residents to stay independent and active.
- Assisting with personal care and mobility needs.
- Building genuine friendships with residents.
- Creating a positive, team-focused atmosphere within the home.
Your Rewards and Benefits
At Care South, we really value all our staff, whatever the role. We offer a stimulating and incredibly rewarding career. We celebrate all our staff every year through the Care South Stars Awards.
As a not-for-profit charity, our focus isn’t on our ...
Kitchen Assistant - Glasgow (Eastfields)
Req # 735
Glasgow - Eastfields, 1161 Springburn Road, Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom
Job Description
Posted Tuesday 6 January 2026 at 02:00
Kitchen Assistant
Glasgow
Salary: UP TO £13.41 per hour
We are looking for someone for 35 hours per week 5 hours per day Monday to Sunday or x2 Kitchen Assistants at 17.5 hours each.
About Us:
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people
with brain injuries in the UK.Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries – sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly enthusiastic about the jobs they do – you will find a dedicated team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
The role:
To assist in the daily preparation of cooked nutritious meals for service users ensuring food is of a high quality, and to work alongside the Chef and Cook.
Your main duties would include:
- Assisting in the planning and preparation a varied choice of menus, ensuring properly balanced and nutritious meals are provided, taking into account any special dietary requirements and service user preferences.
- Assisting in ensuring that the storage, preparation and cooking of all food is carried out using the highest standards of hygiene.
- Being responsible for the storage and use of cleaning items in accordance with COSHH.
Benefits Include:
- A competitive rate of up to £13.41 per hour
- 33 Days Annual Leave (pro Rata)
- Buy/Sell up to 5 days Annual Leave per year
- Health Cash Plan
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Excellent training and Support
- Company Pension
- Group Life Assurance
- Eye Voucher Scheme
- Long Service and Staff Awards
- Free Parking
To join our friendly team, click the Apply Now button
Please note: we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible.
*All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks*
Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It’s a place where we recognise, celebrate and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.
Job Details
- Pay Type
- Hourly
- Employment Indicator
- Regular
- Hiring Min Rate
- 12.41 GBP
- Hiring Max Rate
- 13.41 GBP
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Glasgow - Eastfields, 1161 Springburn Road, Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom
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Kitchen Assistant
Housekeeper
Location: Melksham
Pay rate: £12.31
Contracted hours: 12 - 08:00 -14:00, 14:00 - 20:00. This role will include every other weekend.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals, snacks and drinks for our residents. You’ll get to know our residents, understand their likes and dislikes so that mealtimes are always a highlight of their day
In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe withPPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You don’t need to have previous formal catering experience, as we’ll give you the training you need, although it would be helpful if you hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. What we’re looking for is someone who is keen on cooking and takes pride in kitchen hygiene standards. You’ll have a positive can-do approach, with good communication skills and you’ll be passionate about ensuring our residents receive the best service possible.
You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Kitchen Assistant within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
Kitchen Assistant
Housekeeper
Location: Whitefriars, Stamford
Pay rate: £12.31
Contracted hours: 25
ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals, snacks and drinks for our residents. You’ll get to know our residents, understand their likes and dislikes so that mealtimes are always a highlight of their day
In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.
Whitefriars Care Home offers friendly and compassionate residential and dementia care for up to 56 residents. The home is situated in a quiet residential location, close to the historic centre of Stamford. The town centre is within walking distance and there are local amenities close by, including Stamford, Rutland hospital, retail park and leisure pool.
AND IN RETURN
The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and we’re currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues and the care homes we live and work in. Therefore, we offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training and development. Alongside keeping our colleagues safe withPPE and daily testing
Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:
- 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- A workplace pension
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Higher rates of pay at weekends
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £1000 for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
- Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more
ABOUT YOU
You don’t need to have previous formal catering experience, as we’ll give you the training you need, although it would be helpful if you hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. What we’re looking for is someone who is keen on cooking and takes pride in kitchen hygiene standards. You’ll have a positive can-do approach, with good communication skills and you’ll be passionate about ensuring our residents receive the best service possible.
You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home.
If you think you have the right skills and attitude we’re looking for as a Kitchen Assistant within our care homes, then you could be the next to join us. So, apply and get your career started with us today.
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Job Introduction
Tate Eats is unique in the cultural world, a hospitality business whose purpose supports the vision and reach of Tate in all four of its galleries. All our profits are returned to Tate championing the right to the richness of art for everyone.
Our business is multi-faceted, we run restaurants, cafés and bars while delivering a vast range of events from film premieres to boardroom lunches. We are though much more than that, we have a pioneering roastery setting the agenda on gender equality in the coffee supply chain. We brew beer, we blend gin, we create teas, we have a multi award-winning wine programme, we visit farms, we research and write menus in response to Tate’s diverse programme, and we collaborate with artists and curators.
We are looking for a passionate, knowledgeable and experienced Senior Sous Chef to join our team at the Tate Modern Production Kitchen!
We work very closely with fantastic suppliers, and regularly showcase the very best in British meat, fish, and vegetables. Within the kitchen lies state of the art equipment and multiple kitchen spaces to let creative juices flow. We are also blessed with time here - being open in line with the gallery hours allows the chefs to have the freedom of time to create, explore new flavours and dishes, and of course to better the ever-difficult work life balance.
We want to be the best gallery catering facility in the world, with a strong commitment to quality, service and sustainability in the food and drink we serve. The successful candidate should share this passion and have proven experience in a catering/kitchen environment with prior supervisory/management experience. They will be an excellent communicator and have experience of managing stock and equipment, ordering, minimising waste and maintaining or raising profit margins on food. They will also work to the highest hygiene standards with excellent knowledge of COSHH and food safety.
Become part of the Tate Eats dynamic team and be part of Tate. We offer a supportive, engaging working environment that is inspired by our surroundings and the creative institution we support. You will be able to express yourself, be challenged to think differently while working flexibly and collaboratively across teams. Tate Eats offers you the opportunity to grow personally and professionally in a nurturing, diverse business.
As well as a great place to work, we offer excellent benefits and development opportunities.
Our benefits include:
- Staff meal allowance
- Performance & service awards
- Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health Allies, Cycle scheme, and Eyecare vouchers
- Producer & Supplier Trips
- Beverage training & tastings
- Great discounts in our shops and catering outlets
- Free entry to exhibitions for you, your friends and family.
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Sessional Community Kitchen Assistant
Company Description
We welcome you to YMCA Derbyshire.
We have been at the heart of the community in Derbyshire since 1847. While the scope of our work has changed considerably over the years, our vision hasn't. Our holistic development in body, mind and spirit and our mission to break down barriers to achievement and help local people to fulfil their potential has remained our constant purpose.
Every year, we support over 300 individuals in our housing provision, enabling them to grow their confidence and move into education, training, employment and into independent living. Alongside this we provide a whole host of youth and community services including our own community gardens. We also provide training and education to 150 young people each year who find mainstream education more difficult, as well as high-quality childcare within our community.
Our team works hard to provide as much care and support for those who need it most, every day we make a difference.
Position
Sessional Community Café Assistant
Salary: £12.60 per hour
Hours: Sessional
Location: London Road Campus Derby
Do you like to cook? Bonus!
Do you like to clean?? double bonus!
Do you work well as part of a team??? Triple bonus!
A varied role including breakfast, lunch & tea service serving onsite residents, staff, hospitality room users & a small number of the general public.
There's always plenty of veg to prep, pans to wash and mouths to feed, so if you are hardworking, reliable & up for a different challenge everyday get your application in!
We are looking for a positive, vibrant, enthusiastic individual with a passion for Hospitality to work at our Community Hub.
As a Community Kitchen Assistant, you will plan and prepare a variety of meals which are appealing, nutritious, as well as assisting in the cleanliness and smooth running of our Community Café. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic with a passion to work in a kitchen setting with an emphasis on customer service.
The job will be challenging and being a great communicator at all levels goes without saying. You will of course be supported and have the opportunity to develop and enhance your own skills along the way.
In this job no two days will ever be same – we’ve set ourselves some exciting goals and we would love you to come on our journey with us.
Requirements
YMCA Derbyshire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to thorough safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check, in line with our safeguarding policies and a six-month probationary period.
Other information
YMCA Derbyshire are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Employer'. If you’re disabled, we will guarantee you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role you’ve applied for. Are you a disabled candidate who would like to apply on this basis?
If you do not wish to apply under the scheme, but do require us to make reasonable adjustments for you to attend an interview, then please let us know what those adjustments will be.
What we offer:
- 25 days holiday as standard with an extra 2 days after 5 years of service
- People celebration event each year. (Celebrating our Peoples Achievements)
- Recognition initiatives such as employee of the year and star of the quarter
- Smart Health app where you will have access to an online doctor for you and your family as well as nutritional advice and Mental Health assistance.
- Life Assurance 2 times your annual salary
- Real Living Wage
- Christmas/ Easter and Quarterly Treats
- Your Birthday off every year
- Long Service rewards
- Training and Development
.............. and more
For an informal chat please contact Sally-Ann Burrows on 01332 579550 during the hours of 9am – 4pm Monday - Friday
Closing date; 1st February 2026 @5pm
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
Interviews to be held; TBC
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Location: Haywards Heath
Salary: £4,848.48
Closing Date: 30/01/2026 17:00
Position Type: {Advertised Full Time / Part Time}
Expiry Date: 30/01/2026 17:00
The Vacancy
This is an exciting opportunity for a Catering Assistant to join our busy team. The role involves assisting in the preparation of service and dining areas, food service, cleaning of equipment, utensils and working areas whilst maintaining correct levels of Health and Safety.
The Company
To view the full job description please see the documents attached at the bottom of the page. To apply please click the green 'apply' button in the top right-hand corner. If you require further information please contact the HR team on 01444 893192 or email
A completed application should be submitted by the closing date of
Ardingly College is an independent co-educational boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 2 -18, a member of the HMC and a school of the Woodard Corporation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post including enhanced DBS checks.
Working for Us - Please visit our new page to find out everything the College has to offer and all the benefits available to our staff by clicking this link: Working here - Ardingly.
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Catering Assistant
Inspire All
Catering Assistant
Silsoe Community Sports Centre
Permanent, Part time 3.25 hpw (Fridays 15.15 - 18.30)
Up to £12.21 p/h
Come and join the team!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Barista / Catering Assistant, to join an enthusiastic and friendly team within InspireAll.
About the job:
- You will be responsible for serving customers with food and beverages and providing excellent customer service
- You will be required to undertake cash handling and reconciliation of monies at the end of each shift.
- You will be responsible for cleaning and general housekeeping of the café and kitchen area
- You will be responsible for preparation and cooking of food
Required skills and experience:
- A minimum of level 2 Food Hygiene is desirable however full training will be provided
- Experience in catering, including Customer Care, Health and Safety and Food Hygiene is also desirable
Working for INSPIREALL your staff benefits will include:
- FREE gym membership, swimming and classes for you, your partner and 4 children (T & C apply)
- DISCOUNTS for family and friends
- DISCOUNTS on Nursery places and children’s activities
- DISCOUNTS on Theatre
- STORE DISCOUNT - at major attractions and retailers, online and in store
- LONG SERVICE AWARDS
- COMPANY EVENTS
- EAP - Employee Assistance Programme
- REFERRAL PROGRAMME
- SICK PAY - after required service length (T & C apply)
- MATERNITY BONUS (T & C apply)
- ON-SITE PARKING - available at most locations please confirm with your line manager
- Excellent training opportunities and career progression
InspireAll is a charity that has a reputation for delivering energising and motivating leisure and family support services across Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire enabling communities to achieve rewarding and active lifestyles.
We employ people who want to share our vision to provide our customers with the best experience, being served by approachable and friendly staff. We also encourage a positive work/life balance.
Closing date: Monday 2nd February 2026
Please note that this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Applicants may require an enhanced DBS check, dependent on role applied for.
InspireAll is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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Job Description Job Title: Department: Conference and Catering Reporting to: Responsible for: Catering Supervisor N/A Catering Assistant Job summary: To deliver an efficient, friendly, quality service to our customers and to meet the catering needs of the College Background Homerton College was founded in the 18th Century, moved to its current location in 1894 and was granted a Royal Charter as a self-governing College of the University of Cambridge in 2010. Located within easy reach of the historic city centre and within 5 minutes of Cambridge mainline station, the College has over 1,000 students and a Fellowship of over 70. Nearly 700 students live on the site. The College is set within 25 acres of landscaped gardens and parkland, and its conference and event facilities comprise a dedicated modern Conference Centre. Ample free on-site parking is also an attraction for conference organisers. The Conference and Catering Department Catering provides Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Monday to Friday, and lunch (or brunch) at weekends, although the Conference and Catering Manager will keep under review the services and service times for students. There is also a popular Buttery and a Bar which is manned by employed staff. In addition Formal Hall is served once or twice per week during term.. The maximum capacity for Formal Hall is 250, and many Formal Halls reach this capacity. There are many other formal College meals throughout the year for which a high standard of catering and service is required, including: Graduate Formals Guest Nights, Governing Body Dinners, Matriculation Dinners, Charter Dinner, Alumni Reunion Dinner and Congregation and Graduation lunches. The College has a thriving Conference business which represents an important source of income to the College. As well as the dedicated conference centre with 5 meeting rooms there are a further 22 flexible meeting rooms, 3 versatile dining rooms and over 500 en-suite bedrooms available for letting during the vacations. Catering includes lunches and dinners for conference guests, BBQs, breakfast service during vacations, Christmas parties and marquee events. The catering department also provides refreshments for a wide variety of functions and meetings, both College events and private events. Conference and catering staff work with the students to support and maximise opportunities for academic and social events. Catering Assistant JD - Feb 2025 Page 1 of 3 Key result areas: 1. Supervision • To assist with maintaining standards within the Conference and Catering department • Ensure that customers experience high levels of service and hygiene • Uniform and standards of appearance are followed correctly. • Following financial regulations. • Maintaining a safe working environment for self and colleagues • Participate in team meetings and maintain effective and meaningful communication with management and colleagues. • Maintain record of any complaints so that we can avoid these in future. 2. Food service • To ensure all areas are clean and tidy and appropriate levels of service equipment and cutlery is available at all times. • Ensure all foods are well presented and topped up. • To assist in training staff to have good product knowledge and to offer customer advice to meet their dietary requirements. • Display appropriate point of sale and merchandising. • To ensure the correct portion control is carried out. 3. Sustainability • Ensure our food policy and any relevant information related to improving the sustainability is communicated to staff and students • Be proactive in finding ways of reducing the carbon footprint of catering 4. Health and Safety All staff members are expected to observe all health and safety at work regulations as set out by Homerton College in accordance with its statutory obligations. • Ensure food safety procedures are adhered to. • Follow fire safety procedures. • Follow COSHH procedures. • Reporting of all accidents and near misses. • Safe use of machinery and equipment to minimise any risk of injury. • To promote good housekeeping and ensure public toilets are kept clean and fit for use and are monitored daily by the outlet team. • Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. • Report any unsafe practices or broken machinery/equipment to the management team, so that remedial action can be taken immediately. 5. Operational Duties • To develop self to provide a high quality flexible service. • To attend meetings and follow up where appropriately with feedback to outlet team. • To attend training courses as required. • Be flexible with working hours especially during peak times to ensure that Catering deliver to agreed levels of expectation. This...
Catering Assistant (Term Time Only) Job Description & Person Specification 11am – 5pm, Monday - Friday (30hrs per week) January 2026 Responsible to: Catering Manager Line manages: NA Job Overview To assist the Catering team with food/refreshment preparation, as well as front of house service for lunches, suppers and School events as required. Catering Duties and Responsibilities: To assist the preparation and presentation of food for day pupils, staff, boarders, match teas, catering, events and functions presenting refreshments for guests to the highest standard. To assist the preparation of any special dietary requirements in a safe and allergenic free area, whilst maintaining the highest level of food safety when preparing, handling and cooking allergenic free meals. To assist the Catering Team to ensure that all food is delivered to the correct area of the School and on time. To assist with serving dishes at lunchtime and for events. To assist with cleaning duties such as washing up, sweeping floors etc. as directed by the Head Chefs. To undertake any training necessary to fulfil the role (e.g. Health, Safety & Hygiene) Health and Safety To assist with maintaining our current high standards of catering and food production and ensure that we comply with all Food Hygiene regulations; Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene, and wear appropriate work wear at all times in the kitchen. To assist with the removal of waste food and rubbish at appropriate times to the designated areas To support with ensuring the highest level of cleanliness is maintained in the kitchen and dining areas Experience of working in a school environment or similar would be advantageous Keys Skills & Knowledge: but not essential. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. You may also be required to undertake such other comparable duties as required from time to time. Personal Competencies & Qualities: An understanding of Health & Safety, HACCP & COSHH Regulations and associated Codes of Practice GCSE or equivalent maths and English with good reading, writing, arithmetic & ICT skills Basic Food Hygiene Certificate City & Guilds 706/1or 706/2 or NVQ equivalent Catering Qualification would be advantageous Demonstrate a positive can-do attitude with a willingness to learn Demonstrate a passion for food Demonstrate an understanding of the nutritional value of food. Ability to communicate and work with people at different levels and age groups Flexible, with the ability to switch between tasks with ease and a good sense of humour. Good verbal communication, planning & organisational skills. Ability to work as part of a team or on their own. Willingness to undertake training, to learn new skills Self-motivated and pro-active. Takes pride in their work. Willing and able to seek help and guidance when required. Reliable, honest and trustworthy. High standard of personal cleanliness & appearance. Polite and courteous at all times, being mindful that children and parents are usually present Understanding of, and adherence to, Health and Safety at work regulations not only for your own safety, but for all those on the School site. Commitment to Safeguarding and Welfare The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. At all times the person in role will: Help to safeguard the children’s wellbeing and maintain public trust in the teaching profession. Help to provide a safe environment. Help to identify children who may be in need of extra support Promptly raise any concerns to the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead and work with other services as needed. Attend the relevant child safeguarding training and other mandatory induction training as required by the School. Promoting the Health, Safety and Wellbeing of Pupils and Staff At all times the person in role will: Maintain awareness of, and comply with, the School’s H&S policy. Where appropriate, conduct and document risk assessments in their area of responsibility. Probationary Period This role is subject to a probationary period of 12 months from the start of employment, and may be extended at the School’s discretion. Performance and suitability for continued employment will be reviewed throughout the probationary period. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. You may also be required to undertake such other comparable duties as required from time to time.
Catering Assistant
Full time, term time plus additional days
Starting ASAP
Executive Summary
We are seeking a motivated and reliable Catering Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will support the catering service by assisting with food preparation, service and maintaining cleanliness in food areas. This role plays a key part in delivering a safe, efficient, and high-quality catering experience for all customers.
The successful candidate should enjoy working as part of a busy team, have excellent customer service skills, be friendly and enthusiastic. Good communication skills and flexibility is key. Some lifting is involved.
The hours of work will be 37.5 hours per week, five days out of seven term time, plus six weeks of summer school lettings and inset days. Various hours are available 7.30 am - 3.30 pm, 8.00 am - 4.00 pm and 12.00 pm - 8.00 pm.
Catering at Headington Rye
The Catering Department consists of approximately 35 staff operating over two sites, Prep and Senior School. All the catering staff are directly employed by the School. We operate all year round with external lettings during the Summer and Easter Holidays.
Role Description
This is a full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week, five days out of seven, term time, plus six weeks of summer school lettings and inset days. Various hours are available 7.30 am - 3.30 pm, 8.00 am - 4.00 pm and 12.00 pm - 8.00 pm.
Key Responsibilities
- support the kitchen team in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment, assisting with food preparation and ensuring high standards of hygiene and customer service are maintained
- assist with basic food preparation tasks
- wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- clean and maintain kitchen and service areas to required hygiene standards
- follow all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations
- report any issues or hazards to the supervisor
- work as part of a team to ensure high-quality service
- support the kitchen team with general duties as needed
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- basic understanding of food hygiene and safety
- good level of spoken English
- willingness to undertake training (eg Food Hygiene Certificate Level 1 or 2)
Desirable
- previous experience working in a kitchen or catering environment
- Food Safety and Hygiene qualification
- experience in customer-facing roles (eg schools, care homes, or hospitality)
Personal Attributes and Skills
- reliable and punctual
- hardworking and flexible
- team player with a positive attitude
- good attention to hygiene and detail
- willing to learn and take direction
- calm under pressure
- sympathy with the values and ethos of the School
Terms of Appointment
Type of Contract
Term time only plus 30 days summer school plus inset days (approximately six days per annum), working any five days out of seven.
Benefits
Pension
Contributory membership of the School’s Support Staff Pension Scheme with a School contribution of up to 9.95 per cent upon successful completion of six months’ service.
Fee remission
In accordance with the School’s policy, which may be subject to change, up to 50 per cent fee remission for pupils attending Headington Rye Oxford and up to 20 per cent fee remission for boys attending Magdalen College School (under a reciprocal agreement) and subject to the terms of their policy. Fee remission is calculated on the number of weeks and hours worked and is pro rata for part-time staff who work at least 50 per cent of a normal working week.
Hourly rate
£12.65 per hour
Additional Benefits
All staff have access to a broad programme of wellbeing activities. The programme currently includes access to the School’s gym and swimming pool, weekly Step and Tone, Spinning and Zumba classes and regular staff social activities such as Book Club and Staff Choir. Staff also benefit from free access to the Employee Assistance Programme, a free, confidential helpline that offers advice on a range of issues. Free restricted parking is available for all staff on site.
Appointment Process and How To Apply
Applicants should submit an application form and a covering letter detailing their skills and experience to By registering you agree to the Terms and Conditions
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ID4644-1446 - Catering Assistant - Livingston (CC)
- Posted 13 January 2026
- Salary £12.60 per hour
- LocationLivingston
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Catering & Domestic
- Reference004644
- Expiry 27 January 2026
Could you be part of our team?
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Catering Assistant to join our team based at Crusader Court, Livingston, West Lothian EH54 6QH on a part-time, permanent basis.
In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we will offer you: -
- £12.60 per hour
- 16 hours per week, a mixture of shifts over average 4 days per week on a 2-week rolling rota, working 11.00am to 4.00pm, with half an hour unpaid break, and every 2nd weekend.
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Ongoing paid training and personal development
- Paid candidate vetting through Disclosure Scotland
What we’re looking for in our Catering Assistant:
You will keep a high standard of cleanliness throughout the kitchen and dining room areas, carry out all cleaning duties as outlined in the development-cleaning schedule, help with basic food preparation, serve meals to tenants and when necessary, assist escorting tenants to the dining room.
Catering Assistant Skills and Experience:
This role requires you to have the ability to work as part of a team and have customer service skills. You should also have or be willing to attain a REHIS certificate in Elementary Food Hygiene.
To apply:
Submit our online application form no later than 12 noon on Tuesday 27th January 2026. If you have any questions about this role please contact Lynne Burnside, Housing Care Manager, on 01506 410 964, or at lynneb@trustha.org.uk.
We can only accept candidates residing in the UK who already have the right to work documents. All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK and if successful will need to provide evidence. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorships for international applicants, or candidates currently working in the UK on a sponsored visa as we are unable to assist with renewal upon expiry.