Catering Assistant

Glebelands Primary Academy; Chatteris; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Glebelands Primary Academy is seeking a School Meals Assistant to support meal prep, serving and dining area cleanliness. You will work with the catering team to provide a positive, hygienic dining experience for pupils and staff.

Role involves assisting with food preparation, serving, dishwashing, and waste disposal, while adhering to safeguarding and allergen procedures in a fast-paced school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering or food service context is desirable.
• Knowledge of basic food hygiene and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food items following hygiene and safety guidelines.
• Serve food to pupils and staff in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Operate tills and handle cash (if required).
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining area.
• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations at all times.
• Assist with stock rotation and report low stock levels to the Catering Manager.
• Work collaboratively with the catering team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Support special dietary requirements and allergen management procedures.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain a friendly and professional approach towards pupils.

Skills

Food service

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Main Purpose

To assist in the preparation, serving, and cleaning duties required for the provision of school meals in an efficient and hygienic manner, ensuring a positive dining experience for pupils and staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food items following hygiene and safety -guidelines
• Serve food to pupils and staff in a friendly and efficient manner
• Operate tills and handle cash (if required)
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining area, including washing dishes, cleaning surfaces, and disposing of waste
• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations at all times
• Assist with stock rotation and reporting low stock levels to the Catering Manager
• Work collaboratively with the catering team to ensure smooth daily operations
• Support special dietary requirements and allergen management procedures
• Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain a friendly and professional approach towards pupils

Person Specification:

• Ability to lift heavy kitchen equipment and follow manual handling guidelines

• Experience in a catering or food service role (desirable but not essential).-Knowledge of basic food hygiene and safety regulations
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A positive and friendly attitude
• Willingness to undertake training as required