General Assistant - England Company Description 12.21 per hour, 25 hours per week, Term time. Holroyd Howe is one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school. Job Description We are looking for General Catering Assistant to work within Wrekin college, prep. The role will be based at a superb location. As a General Catering Assistant, your responsibilities will include: Assist in the preparation and serving of meals to students and staff Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, adhering to food safety standards Help with washing up, cleaning equipment, and general kitchen duties Support the catering team in setting up and clearing dining areas Assist with food storage and stock rotation Follow recipes and portion control guidelines Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently Assist with basic food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients Contribute to menu planning and suggest improvements when appropriate Assist with special dietary requirements and allergen management Participate in team meetings and training sessions Maintain accurate records as required by the school and regulatory bodies Assist with catering for school events and functions when needed Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the kitchen and dining areas Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors The successful candidate will be reliable, hardworking, and able to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Additional Information There are many advantages to working for us and we provide our employees with bespoke benefits which include: Free meals whilst at work Career development opportunities HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels Reward & recognition schemes People awards to celebrate our employees Work/life balance Employee Benefits Platform Employee Assistance Program Recommend a friend scheme Company sick pay scheme Prestigious working environments Team events scheduled throughout the year Paid holiday entitlement Pension scheme Competitive salary We invest in the training and development of our teams to give them the appropriate skills necessary to thrive in their job roles. We have outstanding teams of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children, of all ages, meeting the bespoke requirements of our clients. "Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity and therefore we require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List Check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding their criminal offences." This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references. IND3