Catering Assistant

Bungay High School; Bungay; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Bungay High School on Queens Road, Bungay, Suffolk, invites applications for a Catering Assistant. The role is permanent, part-time at 22.5 hours per week over 38 weeks per year, with a grade 2 full-time pay pro-rata at £12,739.97 gross.

Responsibilities include preparing, cooking and serving meals, following menus, maintaining hygiene, assisting the Catering Manager, and supporting school events. DBS check required.

Qualifications

• Prepare, cook and serve food and beverages to the required standard.
• Follow menu plans and recipes.
• Assist Catering Manager with menu plans as required.
• Occasionally assist with special functions beyond normal hours.
• Carry out cleaning duties within kitchen and dining areas.
• Follow sound hygiene practices and compliance.
• Assist in ordering, issuing and recording catering supplies.
• Assist with operation of control procedures.
• Attend regular meetings with the Catering team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals for staff and pupils.
• Follow school menus and recipes.
• Assist with menu planning and catering functions.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchens and dining areas.

Skills

Food preparation

Food service

Hygiene standards

Health & Safety

Teamwork

Job description

Bungay High School

Queens Road

Bungay

Suffolk

NR35 1RW

Tel: [phone]

Catering Assistant

Grade 2 (Point 2) Full-Time Pay is £25,219 Pro-Rata is £12,739,97 Gross Pay

Permanent / 22.5 hours a week / 38 weeks per year

Main purpose

To prepare and provide high-quality food and beverage service for staff and pupils at Bungay High School in line with Health & Safety Food Hygiene regulations.

Working 4.5 hours a day - 9.00-2.00pm with a 30-minute unpaid break.

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and serve food and beverages to the required standard.
• Follow menu plans and recipes agreed with the Catering Manager at Bungay High School.
• Assist the Catering Manager with the preparation of menu plans as required.
• Occasionally assist with special functions, which may be outside of normal working hours.
• Carry out cleaning duties within the kitchen and dining areas as required.
• Follow sound hygiene practices and compliance.
• Assist in ordering, issuing and recording of catering supplies as required.
• Assist with the operation of control procedures as required.
• Attend regular meetings with the Catering team.

Health, Safety and Welfare

• Ensure that health and safety regulations are observed in working practices and checks and paperwork completed, as agreed with Catering Manager.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety within the setting.
• Report any accidents, fire, theft, loss, damage, or unfit food or other irregularities immediately and take action when appropriate or possible.
• Administer first aid when qualified and required.

General

• To participate in the performance and development review process.
• Ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
• Promote positive behaviour and follow the school's behaviour policy.
• Attend relevant training and staff meetings.

The duties listed in the job description are not intended to be an exhaustive list but are the general guidelines to the post, and other duties relevant may be undertaken by the post holder. Tasks are not excluded from the post simply because they are not itemised. We require all staff to be flexible in their approach in supporting the Trust and its schools. All duties undertaken must be carried out in accordance with relevant Trust / school policies and procedures, within legislation, and with full regard for the needs of our school communities.

Contact: Mrs Blake, Headteacher’s PA: 01986 891642 or email: [e-mail].

We do not accept CVs. No Agencies.

Closing date for applications is midday on Monday 19 October 2026.

Interviews will be held the week beginning: 19 October 2026.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check will be required for this post.

We are proud to be part of East Anglian Schools Trust (EAST) alongside Farlingaye High School, Kesgrave High School, Castle East School, Holbrook Academy, EAST SCITT and six primary schools Aldeburgh, Wickham Market, Easton, Kyson, Leiston and Saxmundham with whom we work closely with.