Your work pattern will be 4 days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) but you must be available for occasional flexibility to cover evening restaurant sessions and events between 8am-8pm. This is a term time only position working 36 weeks per year.
What We're Looking For
- Experience working in a professional catering, hospitality or commercial kitchen environment.
- Understands food safety, hygiene and health & safety requirements.
- Can organise workloads effectively and work independently.
- Takes pride in maintaining high standards and attention to detail.
- Has good communication skills and enjoys working with people.
- Confident using basic IT systems and digital record-keeping tools.
- Level 2 Food Safety qualification.
Duties / Responsibilities
- Prepare ingredients, resources and equipment for practical classes and demonstrations
- Support teaching staff during practical lessons and restaurant service
- Manage deliveries, stock control and store food and consumables
- Maintain professional kitchen and restaurant facilities
- Promote high standards of food hygiene, health and safety and housekeeping
- Support learners in developing professional behaviours and industry expectations
- Assist with events, open evenings and curriculum activities
Benefits
- A discounted on-site gym, sports hall, fitness class, Starbucks, osteopathy and day nursery
- 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station
- Blue Light Discount
- Free online qualifications
- Free parking on-site
- Eye care voucher
Nescot is graded 'Good' by Ofstedfollowing its latest inspection in January 2023. Inspectors rated the College as Good in all 8 aspects. The report recognises that students "enjoy" their courses and are motivated to succeed, and benefit from "highly supportive relationships" with staff. Safeguarding arrangements are "effective" with regular training for staff, and leaders have in place "an effective policy for safer recruitment."
At Nescot, we're proud of our inclusive culture and we welcome all applications.
This college is a smoke-free campus—smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on campus.
This role is employed through Nescot Enterprises Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nescot which operates different terms and conditions.
Closing date 8thOctober 2026
we reserve the right to interview during this period and to close earlier than advertised if a successful candidate is appointed
Interview date 15thOctober 2026
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Catering Assistant in Epsom employer: Nescot (North East Surrey College of Technology)
Nescot is an excellent employer that fosters a supportive and dynamic work environment, perfect for those passionate about sports and community engagement. With flexible working hours, comprehensive training opportunities, and a focus on employee development, you will thrive in a culture that values teamwork and personal growth. Located in a vibrant area, Nescot offers unique advantages such as access to state-of-the-art facilities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our visitors.
Contact Details:
Nescot (North East Surrey College of Technology) Recruitment Team
