Catering Assistant

Step Teachers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Exclusive deals & wellbeing support

Job summary

Step Teachers is seeking a Catering Assistant for a Church of England primary school in Kennford, Exeter. This long-term temporary, part-time role starts September 2026, supporting pupils aged 4-11 with meals and dining services.

The ideal candidate holds a Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate and a Full UK Driving Licence, plus reliable teamwork, good communication and safeguarding commitment. A supportive school environment and flexible hours are offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.
• Experience in catering, kitchen or food service desirable.
• Strong knowledge of food safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with food preparation and serving meals.
• Setting up and clearing dining areas.
• Maintaining cleanliness within the kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Following food safety and hygiene procedures.
• Washing dishes and kitchen equipment.
• Supporting the catering team during busy service periods.
• Ensuring pupils receive a positive dining experience.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Catering Assistant- Long term temporary and ongoing, part-time, starting September 2026

Our client is a welcoming Church of England primary school catering for pupils aged 4-11, located in Kennford, Exeter, and part of the Ivy Education Trust. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where pupils are supported to thrive both academically and personally.

The school benefits from a strong community ethos, supportive leadership, and a commitment to high standards of education and pupil wellbeing.

Duties as Catering Assistant:

• Assisting with food preparation and serving meals
• Setting up and clearing dining areas
• Maintaining cleanliness within the kitchen and food preparation areas
• Following food safety and hygiene procedures
• Washing dishes and kitchen equipment
• Supporting the catering team during busy service periods
• Ensuring pupils receive a positive dining experience

Ideal Catering Assistant:

• Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Previous catering, kitchen, or food service experience desirable
• Good understanding of food safety procedures
• Reliable and punctual approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE - that means no self-employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.