Assistant Catering Co-Ordinator

jobs24.co.uk; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an Assistant Catering Co-ordinator in a vibrant school environment. This role calls for a self-motivated individual who can lead and inspire a small team while working closely with the Catering Manager. You will play a crucial part in planning and delivering nutritious meals, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining high standards of service. If you have a passion for catering and enjoy working with young people, this position offers a fulfilling career path where your contributions can make a real difference in the school community.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates should have good communication skills and previous catering experience.
• Ability to inspire and lead a small team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and operation of school meals production and service.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Creativity

Leadership

Initiative

Education

Catering Experience

Job description

We are looking to appoint a self-motivated, organised and committed Assistant Catering Co-ordinator with good communication skills to join our friendly, experienced team. You would work under the direction of the Catering Manager but would also need to be able to inspire and lead a small team. Our ideal candidate is someone who is creative and able to use initiative; your skills in working with colleagues and young people are as important as previous catering experience. Working hours are 7.30am - 14.00pm term time, although there is scope to work additional hours at school events.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning, operation and control of the production and service of school meals.
• Assist with menu options and provide advice on healthy eating and nutrition.
• Assist with the ordering of all food and other commodities required from designated suppliers.
• Support in the operation of control stocks, maintain stock records, and ensure correct completion and submission of all appropriate returns and records by identified deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements relevant to the service, particularly regarding Health & Safety, Hygiene Regulations, and control of food allergens.
• Deliver a good quality service that meets the required standards and the needs of the school.
• Wash and clear utensils and kitchen equipment, machinery, and clean kitchen premises as required.
• Support in the preparation and assist at any special functions organised by the school.

Note: Previous experience of working in a busy school kitchen is desirable.