Catering Assistant

We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join our team at The Marches School, Oswestry, SY11. This is a fantastic opportunity for a friendly and enthusiastic individual to become part of a busy school catering team, helping to provide excellent food and customer service to pupils and staff. What's in it for you? • £10,821.04 per annum • 20 hours per week • Monday to Friday working pattern • 38 working weeks per year (term time only) • School holidays off • Life assurance and pension scheme • Access to our Employee Benefits app, including online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme, discounts, supermarket savings and more • Training and development opportunities • Apprenticeship schemes available • Career progression within a global organisation • Supportive and inclusive working environment What you'll be doing • Assisting with food preparation and service • Serving pupils, staff, and visitors in a friendly and professional manner • Operating tills and handling customer transactions • Replenishing counters and service areas • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout kitchen and dining areas • Following food safety, allergen, and health & safety procedures • Supporting the catering team with the smooth day-to-day running of the service   • Positive attitude and willingness to learn • Good communication and teamwork skills • Reliable and flexible approach to work • Ability to work effectively in a busy catering environment • Previous catering, hospitality, or customer service experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided • Commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety and customer service • Successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check prior to commencing employment. At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey. We are an Armed Forces Friendly organisation and proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from veterans, service leavers, cadet forces adult volunteers, reservists and military families. For roles requiring security clearance, any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion and maintenance of the required level of security clearance. Applicants must meet the relevant eligibility and residency requirements applicable to that level of clearance. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. Where relevant to the role, safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any adjustments or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.