Catering Assistant

at  The Sheffield College

Position: Catering Assistant
Salary: £12.24 per hour
Contract: 0 hour contract – Sparks Teaching Services
Location: Sheffield – City, Hillsborough & Olive Grove
The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every step.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

We strive to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who believe they can contribute effectively to this role. While not mandatory, we are particularly interested in candidates who embody the following:

• Previous experience in a catering environment either front or back of house
• Customer service experience in a busy environment
• Food hygiene level 2 would be desirable but not essential

If you would like to be a part of a successful team and a fantastic college, please apply!

APPLICATION PROCESS

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  We are focused on achieving our vision of being leaders in technical and academic education, creating exceptional opportunities for the communities that we serve to realise their aspirations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Refectory and Catering department at Sheffield College is looking to create a reliable bank of Catering Assistants to provide support during busy periods, cover for staff absences, and assist with holiday or vacancy coverage. As part of our dynamic team, you’ll have the opportunity to work across various college dining facilities, from bustling refectories to our popular Costa Coffee outlets.
These roles are ideal for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy providing excellent service to our college community. If you’re adaptable, team-oriented, and eager to work in a vibrant setting, we’d love to hear from you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Basic food prep
• Stock replenishment
• Serving hot & cold food
• Using the till

We strive to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who believe they can contribute effectively to this role. While not mandatory, we are particularly interested in candidates who embody the following:

• Previous experience in a catering environment either front or back of house
• Customer service experience in a busy environment
• Food hygiene level 2 would be desirable but not essentia