Experienced Canteen Workers Needed

Canteen Workers – Schools & Universities
Location: Various sites across London - North/West/ up to Oxford

We are currently recruiting Canteen Workers to join our friendly and supportive catering teams within local schools and universities. These roles are available on a temporary basis with the potential to become permanent for the right candidates. Start dates available throughout the term.

Pay: Competitive hourly rates (dependent on site)
Employment Type: Full-time, ongoing temporary with permanent opportunities

About the Role

As a Canteen Worker, you’ll play an important part in delivering nutritious meals and providing excellent service to students and staff. You’ll be working in a fast-paced catering environment, helping with food preparation, serving customers, and ensuring the canteen runs smoothly and safely.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing and serving hot and cold food to students and staff

Assisting kitchen teams with basic food preparation

Supporting meal service and maintaining efficient food flow

Operating food service equipment safely

Ensuring the canteen and kitchen areas remain clean, hygienic, and well-organised

Adhering to food safety regulations and school/university policies

Providing friendly, polite, and professional customer service

Requirements

Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or food service

A food hygiene certificate or catering qualification is highly desirable

Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Physically able to handle regular standing and light lifting tasks

Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards

Strong teamwork skills and a positive attitude

Benefits

Competitive pay

Supportive working environment

Opportunities to develop within the catering sector

Chance of a permanent role for strong performers

Meaningful work within educational settings

If you have a background in catering or hospitality and enjoy working in a lively, student-focused environment, apply today!

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