Catering Assistant

Aspris; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school is hiring a Catering Assistant to support their catering team. The role includes assisting with meal preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and promoting healthy eating to contribute to the wellbeing of children and young people. The position offers flexible hours and exclusive benefits, including training opportunities and access to discount schemes.

Benefits

Exclusive access to reward and discount schemes

Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS checks

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for catering and promoting healthy eating.
• Previous catering experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef with food preparation and cooking.
• Ensure hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Take responsibility for parts of the catering operation.

Skills

Food Preparation

Hygiene Standards

Job description

Tor View School is recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join their catering team! We are looking for passionate people who can support the provision of catering services by assisting with basic food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and promoting healthy eating to contribute to the wellbeing of our children and young people.

In this role, you will, under direction, take responsibility for parts of the catering operation, ensure the kitchen and associated areas meet hygiene standards, and comply with the Company's Safe Catering Policies and Procedures. You will also assist the Chef with meal preparation and cooking.

Hours to be completed between 10am and 2pm.

Our benefits include:

• Exclusive access to reward and discount schemes
• Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
• Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS checks
• Cycle to work scheme and more!

About the school:

Tor View School is a special environment in Devon that supports young people with Autism, trauma-related interruptions, communication needs, and learning difficulties. With small class sizes, we provide personalized care and education to help each student reach their goals.

We are rated as ‘Good’ overall and ‘Outstanding’ in categories like ‘Behaviour and attitudes’, ‘Personal development’, and ‘Leadership and management’ by Ofsted.

Inspectors noted that pupils feel valued and safe, and staff promote positive relationships and tailored programs to meet individual needs.

As part of Aspris Children’s Services, we offer a clear career pathway and training. We value your transferable skills and life experience, and will support your professional development.

Previous catering experience is advantageous but not essential. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

• Assist the Chef with food preparation and some cooking, following safety policies.
• Ensure the kitchen meets hygiene standards by cleaning and washing up.
• Take responsibility for parts of the catering operation as directed.

Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 7th July.

We offer a friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment where you can grow your career and make a difference in the lives of others.

If you'd like an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact Robyn at 07720891703 or via email.

Join us if you want a career in residential childcare that lasts a lifetime. We will help you get there.

Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must undergo safeguarding screening, including DBS checks and references covering the last 3 years, especially from roles involving children or vulnerable adults. References may be requested before interview.