Catering Assistant (Term Time)

National Star is looking for an enthusiastic and efficient Catering Assistant to join our team providing a full catering service to our students based in Ullenwood, Cheltenham.

Job details

Salary

£12.30p/h +weekend enhancement

Role type

Term Time Only

Hours of work

40hrs/40weeks

Location

Ullenwood

Location status

Ullenwood

Contract type

Permanent

Interview date

TBC

Closing date

05/03/2026

About the role

National Star is looking for an enthusiastic and efficient Catering Assistant to join our team providing a full catering service to our students. We have a staff minibus that runs from central Cheltenham and central Gloucester or plenty of parking on site if you prefer to drive.

This is a term time only post comprising of 40 hours per week, including alternate weekends with 7.30am – 3.30pm and 10.30 am – 6.30 pm shifts. You may be asked to work additional hours or different shifts according to the needs of our students.

Working as an important part of the team, you will perform various duties including some food preparation, serving food, keeping the equipment and work areas clean, assisting the chef with the smooth running of the area, cash handling.

Previous experience in a catering / kitchen assistant role (ideally in residential care or school environment) is required for this role and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable.

About us

National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,200 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.

Staff benefits

Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme – theory and practical

Free employee minibus service from central Gloucester and central Cheltenham to Ullenwood (subject to availability)

Award-winning training

Free use of National Star facilities at Ullenwood, including a heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite

Westfield medical cover

Life insurance cover

Employee helpline

Contributory pension scheme

Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card

Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more

Last reviewed on 19/02/2026