School Catering Assistants - Temp - Newbury

School Catering Assistants – Temp – Newbury

We are recruiting temporary catering assistants to join busy school catering teams across Newbury and nearby areas. The role involves supporting meal service in primary, secondary, and academy settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with food preparation.
• Serving meals to students and staff.
• Maintaining high levels of kitchen hygiene.
• Cleaning and clearing kitchen and dining areas.
• Supporting the kitchen team during busy service periods.

Requirements

• Previous catering or hospitality experience (preferred but not essential).
• Experience in school or contract catering (desirable).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional, reliable, and organized approach.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Proof of right to work in the UK.
• Passport, birth certificate or national ID.
• Proof of address.
• National Insurance number.
• Bank details.
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Level2 preferred but not essential).
• Valid Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits

• Pay rates: £12.71 to £13.45 per hour, depending on experience and site.
• Holiday pay accrued.
• Daytime, term‑time friendly shifts.
• Weekly payment.
• Ongoing temporary assignments across a variety of school catering environments.
• Support from a friendly, dedicated agency team.

Equal Opportunity

Chard Kingswood Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott, RK and Quantica) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.

If you are interested in flexible school catering work, send your CV today and our team will be in touch to get you registered and ready for upcoming roles.