Catering Assistant

Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment. 

Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector. 

We’re looking for people who are passionate about great service, fantastic food, and making a positive impact.

About the role

Job Title:                                    Catering Assistant

School Location:                       The National Mathematics and Science College, Coventry, CV4 8JB

Working Days:                           3 days a week including weekends on a rota basis

Shifts & Working hours:           Shifts either 6.30am-3pm or 11.30am-8pm (Monday- Friday)

                                                    Saturday & Sunday 9.30am-3.30pm or 1pm-8pm 

                                                    Total hours 25 per week (overtime avaliable)

Working Weeks:                        43 weeks per year 

Pay Details:                                £15,474.75 per Annum

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Catering Assistant, you’ll support our high-standard catering teams, helping deliver fresh, beautifully presented meals to students in our independent schools.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and serving meals and snacks to a high standard
• Assisting with plating, presentation, and counter service
• Supporting the kitchen team with food prep
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and hygienic kitchen and dining area
• Providing friendly and professional service to all students and staff

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in catering or hospitality (School catering is prefereable but not essential)
• A passion for food and high standards
• Teamwork skills and reliability
• Flexible approach to working hours to support school schedules

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Work close to home with daytime hours.
• Receive a free meal on shift.
• Opportunities for training and career development.
• Access a wide range of free qualifications and career development opportunities.
• Benefit from a staff discount scheme at over 850 retailers.
• Take part in monthly incentives for top-performing teams, including shopping vouchers.

If you think you’ve got what it takes, and the times above suit you, we’d love to hear from you!?

A short kitchen visit and interview will be required for this role.

IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for.?

We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.