Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

Location:

St Augustine’s Catholic High School, Stonepits Ln, Hunt End, Redditch B97 5LX
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Hours: 15 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday, 11am-14.00pm - must be flexible.
Contract: Term Time Only – 38 weeks, Permanent, Part Time

Please note: A full UK driving licence is required for this role, as you will be required to drive a Sodexo vehicle to support catering operations at our nearby school site, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School.

A role that fits around your life

Looking for a role with a great work-life balance? Join Sodexo as a Catering Assistant at St Augustine’s Catholic High School and become part of a team that takes pride in delivering high-quality food and service in a welcoming school environment.

This is a varied role where you’ll support not only the catering operation at St Augustine’s but also our nearby school community at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School, helping to ensure pupils and staff receive an excellent dining experience every day.

With a Monday to Friday working pattern, school hours, and term time only working, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a role that works around family life and personal commitments.

About the Role

As a Catering Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting the smooth running of our school catering service. You’ll assist with preparing and serving food, supporting daily service, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and creating a positive experience for pupils, staff, and visitors.

You’ll also support our nearby school site, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School, by driving a Sodexo van between locations when required to support catering operations. This may include assisting with food service, transporting items, completing washing up duties, and helping maintain excellent standards across both sites.

This is a varied and hands-on role where no two days are the same. You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team, helping deliver great food and service while ensuring food safety and hygiene standards are always maintained.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the preparation and serving of food and beverages.
• Support daily lunch service, ensuring pupils and staff receive a friendly and efficient service.
• Drive a Sodexo van to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School to support catering operations when required.
• Assist with food service across both school sites.
• Complete washing up duties and maintain clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen areas.
• Carry out general cleaning duties within the catering environment.
• Maintain cleanliness of dining areas, service areas, and equipment.
• Replenish food displays and service counters as required.
• Support deliveries, stock movement, and storage of supplies.
• Follow food hygiene, allergen, health and safety, and company procedures.
• Provide a welcoming and helpful service to pupils, staff, colleagues, and visitors.

What We’re Looking For

• A positive and reliable attitude
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a busy environment and prioritise tasks
• Previous catering or food service experience is helpful but not essential, as full training will be provided

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job — it’s a chance to be part of a team where you’re valued and supported. We’re committed to helping our colleagues grow, feel well and succeed.

You’ll have access to wellbeing and mental health support, an Employee Assistance Programme for everyday advice and guidance, and a wellbeing app with rewards for healthy living and access to a 24/7 virtual GP.

We also offer colleague discounts for you, your friends and family, financial wellbeing tools, a retirement plan and life assurance. Alongside competitive pay, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities, volunteering initiatives, a Cycle to Work scheme, and a supportive working environment — with full training and uniform provided.

Additional Information

This role works 38 weeks per year. Your salary will be paid in equal monthly instalments across 12 months, meaning you receive consistent pay throughout the year, including during school closure periods.

Further details will be provided during the interview process.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications

Ready to be part of something greater?

Apply today and start your journey with Sodexo.