Barnsley Youth Zone is dedicated to young people and makes a bold statement about the importance of giving young people high quality places to go in their leisure time. Open 7 days a week including school holidays, the Youth Zone’s purpose is to help young people grow to be happy, healthy and successful adults. The state of the art £10 million building provides young people with facilities that are second to none delivering over twenty sporting, artistic, cultural and general recreational activities each session. Offering young people the opportunity to try new things, meet new friends and gain support from friendly, warm and positive staff and volunteers.

Do you have a passion for food, great service, and creating welcoming spaces for young people? We’re looking for Catering Assistants to join the café team at Base71 Youth Zone – the beating heart of our brand-new £10 million facility. Our café isn’t just about meals – it’s about connection, providing affordable, healthy food, and creating a second home for young people aged 8–19 (or up to 25 with additional needs).

As a Catering Assistant, you’ll help prepare and serve tasty, nutritious meals for just £1, while ensuring the café is always clean, safe, and inviting. You’ll support events, serve at the tuck shop, keep everything stocked and running smoothly, and chat with young people to make them feel at home. Every shift is about creating a positive, inclusive atmosphere where young people want to return again and again.

You’ll need experience working in a catering environment, ideally as a cook in a commercial kitchen, along with great communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. A Food Hygiene Certificate and a repertoire of affordable, nutritious meals are essential, as is a friendly, reliable, and positive approach. Experience supporting or mentoring volunteers is also desirable. Training will be provided around safeguarding, health & safety, and best practice in catering.