Impact Food Group (IFG) is one of England’s fastest-growing school food providers, serving around one million students every day across more than 1,500 schools. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, nutritious meals that support student wellbeing and enjoyment.
Our brands include Innovate, Cucina, Chapter One (Independent Schools), Hutchison, and Dolce, reflecting our breadth of experience and reach across the school catering sector.
About the role
Job Title: Catering Assistant - Driving Essential
School Location: St John the Baptist, Elmbridge Ln, Woking GU22 9AL
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Shifts & Working hours: 9am-2pm (25 hours per week)
Working Weeks: 37 weeks per year (term time plus inset days)
Pay Details: £13,027.75 per Annum
Important: This role involves driving, so you must hold a full, clean UK driving licence. You will be using an IFG company vehicle.
As a Catering Assistant (Driver), you’ll play a key role in delivering a high-quality food service between our main school kitchen and a nearby site.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Packing meals and supplies into an IFG van
- Driving to a local school site
- Unloading, setting up, and serving food to students and staff
- Returning to the main kitchen site after service
- Supporting the catering team to deliver a friendly, efficient, and hygienic service
- Assisting with basic food preparation and snack service
- Operating the till and providing counter service
- Keeping kitchen and dining areas clean and tidy at all times
We’re looking for someone with great customer service skills. Experience in catering or retail is helpful, but not essential—if you’ve got the right attitude, we’ll support you to learn.
This is a fantastic opportunity if you’re looking for a role that fits around your lifestyle:
- Daytime hours
- Evenings and weekends off
- All school holidays off – ideal for work-life balance
- Free meal provided during your shift
We’re passionate about creating great food, not just school food - and that’s why our customers love what we do.
- Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
- Access to free qualifications
- Staff discount scheme across 850+ retailers
- Monthly team incentives with shopping vouchers up for grabs
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you!
Please note: A short kitchen trial and interview will be required as part of the recruitment process.
IFG are committed to the safeguarding of children and our employees share this commitment. Successful candidates are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, which IFG will pay for.
We are a committed equal opportunities employer - if you require any assistance for the interview process, please detail within your application. All information is kept confidential and in compliance with GDPR requirements.
