Area Catering Assistant Bedford, United Kingdom £12.71 Per Hour Permanent Apply By 14 June, 2026 Posted On 15 May, 2026

Aspens Services Ltd

Bedford, United Kingdom
Base: £12.71 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
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Team player in busy environments
Previous catering or fast-paced service experience
Basic knowledge of health and safety practices
** Aspens Services Ltd is seeking an Area Catering Assistant in Bedford, UK, to support school kitchens by providing food preparation and excellent customer service. The role offers a competitive hourly wage of £12.71, a Monday to Friday work schedule during school term time, and the opportunity for career growth within a dynamic catering environment. **

Job Summary

  • Aspens Services is a market-leading contract caterer specialising in school food that creates fantastic food experiences to fuel young minds.
  • The role involves supporting kitchens with basic food preparation, working on tills during service, and maintaining a safe, clean kitchen environment.
  • Employees enjoy a great work-life balance with Monday to Friday term-time hours, no weekends or late nights, and 38 weeks off per year.

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** Aspens Services Ltd is seeking an Area Catering Assistant in Bedford, UK, to support school kitchens by providing food preparation and excellent customer service. The role offers a competitive hourly wage of £12.71, a Monday to Friday work schedule during school term time, and the opportunity for career growth within a dynamic catering environment. **

Salary

Base: £12.71 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Term-time hours, 38 weeks off per year, apprenticeship opportunities

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Team player in busy environments
  • Previous catering or fast-paced service experience
  • Basic knowledge of health and safety practices
  • Full UK driving licence

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for delivering exceptional food
  • Creativity and excitement in the kitchen
  • Commitment to safeguarding children

Key Requirements

  • Full UK driving licence
  • Enhanced DBS disclosure required
  • Food Hygiene Level 2 qualification (training provided)

Work Rights

Must hold full UK driving licence

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