Catering Assistant in Reading

Berkeley Scott is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our team in Reading on a temporary basis. The role involves supporting kitchen operations across education and healthcare settings, including schools, colleges, hospitals and care homes throughout Surrey and surrounding areas.

Benefits

• Immediate starts available
• Competitive pay: £12.71 - £14.00 per hour
• Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability
• Weekly pay
• Opportunities to work across a range of professional environments

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of basic food items and ingredients
• Support chefs and kitchen staff during busy service periods
• Maintain a clean, tidy and organised kitchen environment
• Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment
• Always follow food hygiene and allergen standards
• Assist with clearing down and closing the kitchen after service
• Support meal service, including serving food where required

Ideal Kitchen Assistant

• Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment is essential
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
• Food Safety Level 1 or 2, or willingness to obtain
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain, is essential
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to follow instructions
• Flexible and adaptable to different sites and shifts
• Driving licence preferred but not essential

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