PLATINUM RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY LIMITED
Catering Assistant
Primary School
Orsett, Grays
£12.71-£14.24 per hour
We are looking for Catering Assistant to support Schools/nurseries/colleges in Grays and the surrounding areas on a temporary basis.
About the role:
You'll play an important part in helping to prepare tasty, nutritious meals for residents and maintaining the highest standards of kitchen hygiene. This is a great opportunity to build your experience in a caring, professional environment.
Why apply? You'll enjoy:
- A competitive hourly rate paid weekly
- Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
- Access to out-of-hours assistance whenever you need it
- Help keeping your Enhanced DBS certificate up to date
- The option to work locally in Grays or explore other opportunities across the UK
- The chance to work with fresh, seasonal ingredients in a rewarding setting
In this Catering Assistant role, you'll:
- Assist with preparing and serving meals and drinks
- Dealing with food prep (meat/veg/sauces)
- Keep kitchen and dining areas spotless and hygienic
- Wash dishes, utensils, and equipment
- Follow all food safety and hygiene guidelines
To succeed as a Catering Assistant, you'll need:
- Previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant or Kitchen Porter
- An Enhanced Child DBS (1 year in date or on the update service)
- Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate minimum
- Food Allergen Certificate
If you're looking for work as a Catering Assistant in the Grays area, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a supportive, professional team making a real difference every day.
Job Number CA / INDCATERING
Location Grays
Role Catering Assistant – School
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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