Job Description

Salary

24,727 per annum (this will be pro-rata'd to reflect the hours worked)

Contractual hours

35

Basis

Part time

Package

30 Days Annual Leave (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period (these will be pro-rata'd to reflect the hours worked)

17.1% Employer Pension Contribution into Local Government Pension Scheme

Date posted

07/07/2025

Job reference

RR00000698

About us

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage.

About

the role

As a Catering Assistant, you will work closely with the hospitality and catering team to support the smooth operation of our kitchen and service areas. Your role is essential in helping to maintain a safe, clean, and efficient working environment for both students and staff. Reporting to the Kitchen and Stores Team Leader, you will be responsible for ensuring that food items, equipment, and supplies are properly stored, organized, and prepared for use. You will also help to uphold hygiene standards and assist with post-lesson cleanup, contributing to a professional and welcoming environment.

Main Responsibilities:

Cleaning in kitchens, storerooms, pan rooms and stores, the following: worktops, drawers, cupboards, sinks and all catering equipment; Assisting in the preparation and service of food when required Cleaning and replacing in appropriate storage areas - equipment, utensils, crockery, cutlery and glassware Operating pot washing equipment Working in the Silver Plate kitchen when required Notifying the Kitchen and stores team leader of any defective equipment Completing weekly cleaning log sheets; Assisting in the preparation and service of food when required Undertaking all appropriate training and staff development activity in accordance with a planned programme of development for the post


If you want to find out more about the role please contact Shelley Kirk, Catering Operations Manager - Shelley.Kirk@sheffcol.ac.uk

What we can offer you

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of 24,727 per annum (this will be pro-rata'd to reflect the hours worked).

Our benefits

Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with SYPA - 17.1% Annual leave - 30 Days(222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays(59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period Health and wellbeing, we offer + Employee assistance programme through Bupa
+ Occupational Health through PAM
+ Free eye tests for VDU users
Free Parking is available at the majority of our campuses


Further information can be found on our Benefits and Career Development pages.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confidentemployer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review our Recruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant,we're pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

Next Steps:

To apply:

Click apply online and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@sheffcol.ac.ukCVs are currently not accepted.

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date: 24th August 2025

Please be aware - If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy earlier.