Wilson Vale
General Assistant
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General Assistant - Independent School Worksop S80 3AP
We are currently recruiting for a General Assistant to join our team at one of our independent schools in Worksop S80 3AP.
Please note, this is a term-time only position. The role is 35 hours a week, working 5 over 7 on a rota basis.
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 are looking for a positive, honest and reliable employee to join our friendly and hardworking team. We can offer good training and prospects within our team for the right candidate.
Responsibilities
Serving around 600 students and staff each day, you will help with food preparation and the service of breakfast, lunch, and supper. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, nutritious meals with an emphasis on freshness and presentation. You will also play a leading part in supporting and working within our new Sixth Form Centre coffee house, helping to create a welcoming environment while delivering excellent food and beverage service. In addition, you will support the team by maintaining the cleanliness and appearance of the kitchen and dining hall, along with completing other general duties as needed.
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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
- Keep up standards of hygiene and ensure all areas are clean and tidy
- Have excellent customer service and social skills
- Be responsible for the preparation and serving of food to staff
- Have a can do attitude and will work well as part of a team of 12
- Be customer focused
- Have basic food knowledge
- Be willing to participate and enjoy working part of the team
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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 years’ service.
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
Equal Opportunities
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 at has a voice.
The proposed start date for this role is 24th August 2026, in preparation for the new school term.
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