Mobile Catering Asssistant

Taylor Shaw – Food That Fuels School Days

Join the Taylor Shaw team, supporting our schools across Cambridge.

Good food today. Better habits tomorrow.

At Taylor Shaw, we cook fresh, nutritious meals that support focus, energy and wellbeing in schools across the UK.

It's simple: good food helps children thrive, and every plate you serve plays a part in that.

Taylor Shaw is part of Elior UK — giving you the personality of a specialist brand with the opportunities and support of one of the UK's leading contract catering businesses.

Elior is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As part of our safer recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check (including a Children's Barred List check where applicable) and provide satisfactory references.

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 2:00pm | 30 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only

Salary: £12.71 Per Hour | £16,624.68 Per Annum | Plus Mileage Allowance

Job ID: 8135

What you’ll be serving up…

• Provide cover across different school sites to support our catering teams
• Assist with food preparation and service to students and staff
• Adapt quickly to new environments and team setups
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety
• Support day-to-day kitchen tasks to ensure efficient service

The ingredients you'll bring...

• Flexibility and willingness to travel between locations
• A positive, adaptable approach to new environments
• Ability to work as part of different teams
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Awareness of food hygiene and safety standards
• A full UK driving licence is essential

What's on the menu for you…

At Elior, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to thrive. That's why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, finances and life outside of work.

Here’s a taste of what you can expect when you join us:

• Free meals on shift
• Flexible and part-time working opportunities
• Holidays aligned with school term dates
• Enhanced family, personal and compassionate leave policies
• Paid volunteering days
• Training, development and career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme, life assurance and financial wellbeing support
• Salary Advance, giving you access to a portion of your pay before payday
• A supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive

Plus access to Elior Spark, our enhanced wellbeing platform, offering support for you and your immediate family, including:

• 24/7 virtual GP appointments
• Mental health support, counselling and therapy sessions
• Physiotherapy services and second medical opinions
• Online gym and workout programmes
• Legal and financial advice
• Nutrition, fitness and lifestyle guidance
• Meditation and mindfulness resources
• Dedicated wellbeing helplines and expert support whenever you need it

Fancy being part of the recipe?

At Elior, over 10,000 colleagues come together every day with one purpose: to enrich lives everywhere, every day.

We're proud that 87% of our colleagues are proud to work here — and we think that's because people are given the support, trust and opportunities they need to thrive.

Don't tick every box? Don't rule yourself out. We're looking for people with potential, passion and the right attitude, not just a checklist of experience.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know.

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!