Job description
Bring Energy, Warmth, and Great Service as a Catering Assistant in Middlesbrough!
Location: Middlesbrough
Salary: £13 – £17 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Day to day / Long term | Part time / Full time
Great catering is about more than food, it’s about creating welcoming spaces, supporting smooth service, and making every customer feel valued. If you enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment, take pride in presentation, and love being part of a supportive team, this Catering Assistant role could be the perfect fit.
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated Catering Assistant to join a busy Middlesbrough school. This is your chance to contribute to a positive dining experience, support a well‑run kitchen, and play a key role in keeping students nourished and ready to learn.
What You’ll Do as a Catering Assistant:
- Assist with the preparation, presentation, and serving of food.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.
- Support cooks and catering supervisors with daily tasks and service routines.
- Ensure food hygiene, safety procedures, and allergen controls are always followed.
- Provide friendly customer service to students and staff during meal periods.
- Help set up and clear down equipment, utensils, and dining spaces.
What We’re Looking for in a Catering Assistant:
- Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or a similar role (desirable but not essential).
- A positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to work as part of a team.
- Understanding of basic food hygiene and kitchen safety practices.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks, including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
If you’re ready to bring your enthusiasm and teamwork to a rewarding school environment, click ‘apply now’ to begin your next chapter as a Catering Assistant in Middlesbrough.