Temporary

Catering Assistant

Berkeley Scott
Exeter, Devon, EX2 4EB
money-bag Competitive
Posted: 21 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 19 August 2026
Ref: IFGEXECA

About the Role

A Catering Assistant is needed in Exeter for temporary, term-time roles starting in September. Berkeley Scott is recruiting for Impact Food Group, offering flexible school-hours shifts across local schools. This position suits experienced candidates seeking weekly pay and adaptable work to fit around childcare or other commitments. Responsibilities include food preparation, serving, and maintaining cleanliness during service periods. Successful applicants will demonstrate prior catering experience and a reliable, customer-focused approach. The agency provides ongoing temporary assignments with regular shift options, allowing you to build experience while choosing availability that suits you. Support from a friendly agency team is available throughout placements. This contract offers a competitive salary.

Berkeley Scott Recruitment are actively recruiting experienced Catering Assistants for the new school year starting in September!

Working with our client, Impact Food Group, we have a variety of Catering Assistant roles available across schools in the Exeter area.

If you are an experienced Catering Assistant looking for flexible work and weekly pay we would love to hear from you.

Benefits of Working as a Catering Assistant


  • Term time roles
  • School hours to work around your own childcare requirements
  • Weekly pay
  • Ongoing temporary Catering Assistant work
  • Opportunities for regular shifts
  • The flexibility to choose shifts that suit your availability
  • The chance to build experience
  • Friendly and supportive agency team available to support you throughout your assignments

As a Catering Assistant, your duties will include:


  • Supporting Chef/Catering Manager and kitchen teams
  • Assisting with the preparation and service of hot and cold food items
  • Assisting with food service of children, liasing with teachers and care workers
  • Operating tills and handling payments where required
  • Clearing down and closing units at the end of shifts
  • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
  • Following food safety and food allergen legislation at all times
  • Ensuring food service areas remain clean, organised and well stocked
  • Working closely with all school staff to deliver an efficient service
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What We Are Looking For In Our Catering Assistants


  • Previous experience working as a Catering Assistant andndash; experience working in education would be advantageous
  • Food Safety and Food Allergen qualifications, or willingness to complete them, is essential
  • Possession of an Enhanced DBS with child barring or the willingness to obtain one is essential
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced catering environments
  • A positive, reliable and professional approach to work
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Passion for delivering excellent service and supporting busy catering operations

If you are an experienced Catering Assistant, Kitchen Assistant, Food Service Assistant, we would love to hear from you.

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. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. Youand#39;ll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites

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