Catering Assistant
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Catering Assistant
Be part of something greater. Job reference: SDX/TP/2163100/156860. Location: Sevenoaks. Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week. Salary: £12.58 per hour. Closing date: 13 May 2026.
About the role
Catering Assistant
"Belong in a Team and Thrive in Service"
- Pay: £12.58 per hour
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Working Pattern: 5 out of 7 days in a week.
- Term Time? Yes
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Equated pay (sometimes known as spread-over pay) is a method of paying you for your contracted hours, working weeks, and holiday pay spread over 12 months instead of just receiving pay during the months that you work and none during the school closures/non-working weeks. This means that you get paid equal amounts every month. Further information will be supplied at the interview stage.
As a Catering Assistant for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] at Sevenoaks School, High Street Sevenoaks TN13 1HU, you will contribute towards the smooth running of a fast-paced food and beverage operation. You will be responsible for showcasing what the kitchen supplies, presenting it in the most eye-catching way possible, and ensuring we offer the best service possible.
Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
What You Do
- Prepare delicious meals for our school team and pupils.
- Keep the kitchen and serving areas stocked, clean, and hygienic at all times.
- Support the loading and unloading of supply and delivery vehicles.
- Observe food handling and hygiene regulations.
- Follow health and safety guidelines and ensure all allergen processes are followed.
- Ensure that all machines and equipment are operated correctly.
- Always uphold the reputation of the company.
What You Bring
- A great sense of teamwork.
- A dedicated and orderly approach.
- The ability to prioritize your work, handle pressure, and communicate well at all levels.
- Impeccable punctuality and dependability.
- Experience in a similar environment (helpful but not a deal breaker).
What We Offer
- Working with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong to a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.
- Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
- Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice and support with work-related or personal issues such as bereavement.
- Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24-hour virtual GP and various other services.
- The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
- Money insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
- Save for your future by becoming a member of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Retirement Plan.
- A death in service benefit for colleagues who pass away while employed by [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].
- Opportunities for growth and success throughout your career at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], including a variety of learning and development tools.
- Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues contribute to the environment while keeping fit.
- Volunteering opportunities to enable all colleagues to support worthwhile causes in our communities.
- A flexible and dynamic work environment.
- Competitive compensation.
- Full training and full protective uniform supplied.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or Disclosure Scotland (Scotland).
Note: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications.
Key Benefits
- Advice and guidance: Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it.
- Pension Plan: Save effectively for your future when you join the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Pension Plan.
- Wellbeing support: Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
- Generous leave: For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge.
- Discounts and savings: Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme
- Virtual GP: 24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Location
Sevenoaks, United Kingdom, TN13 1HU