Derbyshire County Council
Catering Assistant (Casual)
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Catering Assistant (Casual)
Salary: £12.85 to £13.05 per hour (Grade 3, pay pending award)
Hours/Days: As and when needed
Contract Type: Casual
Location: Clay Cross Active, Clay Cross, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9LX
Closing Date: 16 July 2026
Interview Date: Week commencing 27 July 2026
About the Role
North East Derbyshire District Council manages excellent leisure centres, including its welcoming café services at Clay Cross Active. This new community hub focuses on fostering physical and mental activity, health, learning, social interaction, and development.
We’re seeking an enthusiastic Catering Assistant to bolster our café team. The role involves serving customers, maintaining hygiene standards, managing stock, and ensuring a seamless customer experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Handling café operations, including serving diverse customers of all ages
- Upholding high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety (Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate required post-appointment)
- Controlling and managing stock effectively
- Delivering excellent customer service and engagement
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Requirements
- Holds or commits to obtaining a Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering Certificate (not mandatory at application stage)
- Experience or understanding of catering environments and mixed-age service
- Ability to adapt and work across multiple team locations as needed
- Submission of a DBS Check (Basic Level)
About North East Derbyshire District Council
Our council is dedicated to delivering exceptional services and opportunities to grow your career. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to develop professionally, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits of Working With Us
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How to Apply
Applications close midnight, 16 July 2026
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- Attach your CV and a cover letter explaining how you meet the job requirements.
Alternative for Applicants Without Internet Access
Request an offline application by contacting:
- Tel: (01246) 231111
- Email: humanresources@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk
Additional Information
- Creative applications encouraged: We welcome diverse applicants from all backgrounds.
- UK Eligibility Requirement: Must be permitted to work legally and hold the required work permissions.
- Outline of Success: Incomplete applications or CV-only responses will not be reviewed.
For informal enquiries, contact:
- Tel: (01246) 217283
- Email: ccaenquiries@ne-derbyshire.gov.uk
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