Wilson Vale
Catering Assistant

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Catering Assistant - Harrogate
We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join our team at one of our independent schools in Harrogate HG1 2QG.
This is a permanent position working 37.5 hours per week, 5 out of 7 days on shifts of either 7am until 3pm or 11:30am until 7:30pm. Please note that this is a year-round position, including during the school holidays, to support with lettings and events taking place on the school grounds.
About Us
Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools and at conference venues with the same high-end ethos throughout.
We’re looking for a Catering Assistant to join our friendly team at a busy school, serving around 450 people each day.
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Your Role
You’ll be part of a team of 17, helping with breakfast, lunch and supper service across the week. You’ll also support with hospitality and functions, including setting up, serving, clearing and cleaning. There will also be some food preparation and washing up during service when needed.
Skills and Experience
- Have experience working in a similar role and environment
- Be highly organised and comfortable working in a high-pressured environment
- Ensure you have high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules of health and safety
- Have excellent customer service and social skills
- Be responsible for the preparation and serving of food to staff and pupils
- Have a can do attitude and will work well as part of a team of 17
- Be willing to participate and enjoy working part of the team
Wilson Vale Perks
- Our working hours are some of the best you'll find in catering - we are strong believers in work-life balance
- Our working environment is fun and inspiring, with excellent career development opportunities
- Craft Works - Free craft-focused career development training programme
- Paid training bespoke to you
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme- your wellbeing is very important to us
- Online employee benefits scheme - monetary savings on everyday items!
- Your Birthday off every year after 1 year’s service
- Enhanced Maternity Pay


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Wilson Vale is an equal opportunities employer that strives to create an inclusive working environment for all. We are committed to supporting our people and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. From each and every person in our catering teams, to our operations and central support teams - everyone has a voice.
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