Catering Assistant

Tarleton Academy; Hesketh Bank; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 9,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing package

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Tarleton Academy is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to support the dining service for students and staff. You will work with the Catering Manager in a busy school environment, handling food prep, cooking, serving, and keeping the dining area inviting.

The role is part-time (20 hours), permanent, term-time only with inset days, offering a supportive team and opportunities for professional development within a trusted local school.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation.
• Basic food hygiene understood.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals for students and staff.
• Serve meals and maintain a welcoming dining area.
• Keep the dining area clean and tidy throughout service.

Skills

Food preparation

Food hygiene

Customer care

Teamwork

Job description

Bring your passion for good food and friendly service to Tarleton Academy, where we’re looking for a warm and energetic Catering Assistant to help create a welcoming dining experience for our students and staff.

Working alongside our talented Catering Manager and a supportive team, you’ll play an important part in every step of the service—from preparing and cooking to serving and keeping the dining area inviting and clean. Each day brings something different and gives you the chance to make a real difference, helping to keep our students happy, fuelled, and ready to learn.

We’re looking for someone with experience in food preparation and a good understanding of basic food hygiene. A flair for customer care and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team will help you thrive in this busy, rewarding role. If you’re ready to bring enthusiasm, a love of food, and a positive attitude, we’ll provide a welcoming environment and the opportunity to be part of a team that takes pride in every meal served.

In return we can offer you:

A truly supportive and encouraging team of dedicated staff and a People Strategy that focuses on realising our colleague’s potential and being an ‘employer of choice’

A comprehensive CPD offer for all our colleagues to really support your professional development

Access to a brilliant Learning Management System and flexibility around CPD to allow you to learn at your own pace

A fantastic Local Government Pension Scheme!

Free on-site parking

Brand new school build with state-of-the‑art facilities.

24/7 access to an exceptional employee wellbeing package offering counselling, physiotherapy, private GP services and much more

Encouragement of further and continued professional development

Full and continued support from specialist staff within central Trust team

Term time only employment which supports long holidays

50% off Endeavour Children’s Holiday Camp

Access to employee benefits, lifestyle savings, a cycle to work scheme, the Blue Light Card with thousands of discounts and savings on big brands!

This post is part time (20hrs), permanent and term time only plus inset days. Working hours are Monday to Friday 10:45am to 2:45pm

SAFEGUARDING

Endeavour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and individually take responsibility for doing so.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.