Tradewind Recruitment
Catering Assistant
Catering Assistant at Tradewind Recruitment, based in Warrington, North West England, paying £14.24 - £15.24 per hour. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £14.24 - £15.24 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Warrington, North West England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Hospitality & Catering
- DBS check
- Immediate start
11% below the typical rate for hospitality & catering
Reference 57431071
About the role
Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming school in Warrington (WA5) for a Catering Assistant to join their team on an immediate start basis.
Location: Warrington, WA5
Hours: 11:15am - 2:15pm
Start: Immediate
Role: Catering Assistant
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in catering, hospitality, or a school kitchen who is looking for a rewarding role working within an education setting.
The RoleAs a Catering Assistant, you will support the school kitchen team with the day-to-day preparation and service of meals, helping to ensure a clean, safe and welcoming environment for pupils and staff.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments
- Supporting the kitchen team with general food preparation
- Setting up and clearing dining areas
- Washing up and maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment
- Following food hygiene, health and safety procedures
- Supporting with stock rotation and kitchen organisation
- Providing a friendly and professional service to pupils and staff
- Working effectively as part of a busy catering team
The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Previous experience in a catering, hospitality, kitchen or similar role
- A good understanding of food hygiene and health & safety -Level 2 preferred
- A positive and reliable attitude
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
- A friendly and approachable manner when working with pupils and staff
- A valid DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one through Tradewind Recruitment
School or education-based catering experience is desirable but not essential.
The Benefits- Immediate start available
- Competitive rates of pay
- Monday-Friday working
- Part-time hours: 11:15am-2:15pm
- Term-time opportunities
- Support from your dedicated Tradewind Recruitment consultant
- Access to CPD and online training
- Excellent opportunities to gain experience within the education sector
To express interest or request further information, please click 'apply now' or send your CV and a brief cover letter to
Reference: 57431071 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 18 Nov 2026 · Listed via Tradewind Recruitment
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