Catering Assistant

Are you enthusiastic about food service and customer care? We are looking for a friendly and reliable Catering Assistant to join our Estates and Facilities team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll support the daily operations of our catering service, helping to deliver high-quality food and a welcoming experience for students, staff, and visitors.

You’ll assist with food preparation, maintain hygiene standards, and ensure excellent customer service across our catering outlets. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and being part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

Vacancy 1: 25 hours a week (9am-2pm Monday to Friday), 35 weeks per year. This post is based in North Lindsey College (Scunthorpe)

Actual Salary: £13,428.86 per annum

Vacancy 2: 30 hours a week (8am-2pm Monday to Friday), 36 week per year. This post is based in Doncaster College.

Actual Salary: £16,573.10 per annum

Essential Criteria

Relevant Food Hygiene qualification (or willingness to work towards)

Experience in food preparation, cooking, and service

Customer service and cash handling experience

Smart, clean appearance and professional manner

Ability to work flexibly and as part of a team

Key Responsibilities

Assist in preparing food, snacks, and drinks within catering facilities

Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen and dining areas

Provide prompt and efficient service to customers

Support students on placement and contribute to team development

Report customer feedback and complaints to the Catering Manager

Participate in training and personal development activities

Work flexibly across college sites as required

Contribute to departmental planning and self-assessment

Why join us?

Competitive salary

30 Bookable annual leave days pro rata, bank holidays, and 2 weeks off at Christmas.

Professional development opportunities.

Access to same-day GP appointments, high street discounts, discounted hair and beauty treatments, electric car scheme.

On-site gym & florist (site dependent).

Subsidised canteen & coffee shops.

Additional Information

As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Join our catering team and help us deliver a high-quality service that supports the college community. Apply today and bring your skills to a vibrant and supportive environment.

Contact: For enquiries about the role, please email staff.recruitment@dncolleges.ac.uk