Catering Assistant

Chipping Campden School; Chipping Campden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Chipping Campden is seeking a part-time food service assistant. Responsibilities include assisting in food preparation and adhering to food safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have relevant food safety certifications and the ability to work under pressure. The school offers a supportive working environment and various staff benefits, including health and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Complimentary use of school sports facilities

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Pension Scheme membership

Qualifications

• Literacy and numeracy sufficient to perform job tasks.
• Understanding of food hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• Experience using commercial catering equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and service.
• Rotate stock and maintain cleanliness.
• Follow food hygiene regulations to avoid cross-contamination.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Ability to work under pressure

General knowledge of nutrition

Experience in a kitchen setting

Education

Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate

Level 2 Allergen Management Certificate

Basic IT Skills

Health and Safety / First Aid

Job description

Overview

• Posting date: 25 September 2025
• Hours: Part time
• Closing date: 02 October 2025
• Location: Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6HU
• Company: Teaching Vacancies
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: e0873475-0f06-4d5b-99f7-a6d5d57c0cbf

Responsibilities

Note: The original description does not provide a separate responsibilities list. This section consolidates related expectations from the provided content where applicable:

• Assist in food preparation and service in a kitchen/refreshment or food venue setting.
• Rotate stock, maintain cleanliness, and ensure safe handling of food and cleaning products.
• Work under pressure to deliver food within tight timescales and adhere to service delivery standards.
• Follow food hygiene and health and safety regulations to avoid cross-contamination.
• Operate commercial catering equipment as required.

Education and qualifications

• Literacy and numeracy sufficient to perform job tasks
• Basic IT Skills
• Health and Safety / First Aid (D)
• Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (D)
• Level 2 Allergen Management Certificate (D)

Professional knowledge and experience

• Good food preparation skills and general knowledge of nutrition
• Ability to work under pressure to deliver food within tight timescales
• Experience of working in a kitchen/refreshment or food venue
• Understanding of food hygiene and health and safety regulations - understanding of how to avoid potential cross contamination
• Knowledge of service delivery
• Experience of working with commercial catering equipment
• Ability to rotate stock perishable or otherwise
• Experience of cleaning and using cleaning products

Traits and competencies

• Committed to and good understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection practice and procedure
• Able to carry out routine tasks without close supervision
• Able to work as part of a team and relate positively to young people
• A 'self-starter' with the ability to motivate self, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Willing to work outside of normal hours if required
• Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances
• Enthusiastic, approachable and team spirited

What the school offers its staff

Staff benefits

Each school has its own set of benefits. The following factors are highlighted as examples of what contributes to a positive working environment:

• Commitment to staff wellbeing through internal practices to recruit and retain the best staff
• Complimentary use of school sports facilities
• Comprehensive range of staff social events
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Freshly prepared and cooked food available on site
• Health and wellbeing support including access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Outstanding, tailored CPD
• Pension Scheme membership (Peoples Pension)
• Location in Chipping Campden with local amenities

Commitment to safeguarding

Chipping Campden School is committed to equality of opportunity and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.