Catering Assistant

• Location: Sunderland
• Salary: £13.15/hour
• Hours: 25-30/week
• Shift Pattern: Between 10:00am - 3:00pm Monday-Friday
• Job Type: Fixed Term, Part-time

Reed FE are working on behalf of a College in Sunderland who are seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing high-quality service to both students and staff at their on-Campus Café and other outlets. The ideal candidate will be flexible, possess a friendly disposition, and have a smart appearance. Good communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. Previous experience in a catering or café environment and cash handling is advantageous.

• Preparing and serving a range of hot and cold food to staff and students.
• Cleaning equipment and preparing surfaces within kitchens or food outlets.
• Maintaining equipment in a safe and hygienic condition.
• Assisting with the preparation and receipt of orders, and ensuring safe storage post-delivery.
• Clearing away and washing crockery and utensils in the kitchens.
• Assisting staff and students and providing customer-oriented services.
• Complying with Health and Safety and Food Hygiene procedures and regulations.
• Undertaking maintenance tasks such as table clearance, emptying litter bins, sweeping floors, dishwashing, and general cleaning.
• Filling drinks fridges and vending machines.

• Experience in a catering or café environment is preferred.
• Good customer service skills and experience dealing with the public.
• Ability to work flexibly and willingness to work at other campuses if necessary.
• Commitment to undertake any required training.
• Possession of a valid food hygiene certificate or equivalent is desirable.

• Competitive salary within the SCP16-18 grade.
• Part-time hours allowing for work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic educational environment.
• Fixed-term contract offering a secure position for the duration.

To apply for the Catering Assistant position, please submit your CV to or contact .