Catering-Assistants for hire in Sunderland

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    757

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills12%
    Customer Service9%
    Organisational Skills8%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED54%
    Vocational or technical training21%
    Bachelor's degree13%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years60%
    1-2 years20%
    3-5 years10%
  • Current company

    South Tyneside Council
    Abula spot & Bar
    Alpha Catering Services
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year60%
    2-5 years20%
    More than 5 years20%

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Last updated: 12 Oct 2026

Catering Assistant: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Sunderland: £25,420 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from £25,420 – £26,894 yearly

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  • Catering Assistant

    Sunderland

    Licenses & certifications

    Waste ManagementMaterials Handling

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsMaintenanceCustomer ServiceFood PreparationDrivingCommunication Skills
  • Kitchen Assistant

    Sunderland

    Licenses & certifications

    Customer ServiceEuropean Computer Driving Licence (ECDL), ICDL FoundationMaths

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsAdministrative ExperienceAnalyticsCustomer Service
  • Restaurant Manager

    Sunderland

    Licenses & certifications

    Food HygieneFirst AidFirst Aid CertificationNVQFood Hygiene CertificateBar Experience

    Skills

    LeadershipOrganisational SkillsAssistant Manager ExperienceCommunication SkillsHospitalityClient Relationship Management
  • Catering Assistant

    Sunderland

    Licenses & certifications

    Bachelor's DegreeGood Clinical Practice (GCP)Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) GuidelinesNursing

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementBasic Life SupportCare Experience
  • Kitchen Support & Catering Assistant

    Sunderland

    Licenses & certifications

    Safeguarding CertificationCOSHH ComplianceSafeguarding ProceduresNursingInfection Prevention & ControlFood Hygiene Certificate+1 more

    Skills

    Organisational SkillsCommunication SkillsDishwashingPot WashingHACCPCleaning and Sanitation Experience
  • Catering Assistant

    Sunderland

    Licenses & certifications

    Car up to 3.5 TonnesDriving Licence

    Skills

    CleaningFood PreparationServingFood SafetyCustomer ServiceKitchen Experience

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What's the average time to fill a catering assistant role?

The average time to fill a catering assistant role is 33 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do catering-assistants tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a catering assistant include: communication skills, customer service and organisational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for catering-assistants?

Common licenses or certifications for catering-assistants include: Food Hygiene Certificate, Driving Licence and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to catering-assistants?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to catering-assistants include: restaurant manager, employment seeker and catering staff.

What level of education is common for a catering assistant?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a catering assistant in Sunderland, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a catering assistant?

Most catering-assistants have 14 years of professional experience.

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