Casual Catering Assistant — Term-Time, Flexible Meals

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Lancashire County Council's School Catering Service is seeking a Casual Catering Assistant to help serve nutritious meals in school kitchens across Preston and Skelmersdale. This role is term-time only with casual hours, offering flexibility to fit around family, study or other commitments.

You will work as part of a friendly team, supporting kitchen and cleaning duties, following food safety standards and creating a welcoming dining environment for pupils.

Qualifications

• Must be reliable and contribute to the team.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Remains calm and efficient during busy periods.
• Uses own initiative when needed.
• Good customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Help serve nutritious school meals.
• Support general kitchen and cleaning duties.
• Work as part of a friendly and supportive team.
• Help create a safe and welcoming dining environment for children.
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Calm under pressure

Initiative

Job description

Lancashire County Council's School Catering Service is seeking a Casual Catering Assistant to help serve nutritious meals in school kitchens across Preston and Skelmersdale. This role is term-time only with casual hours, offering flexibility to fit around family, study or other commitments.

You will work as part of a friendly team, supporting kitchen and cleaning duties, following food safety standards and creating a welcoming dining environment for pupils.