Catering Assistant

Hadrian Learning Trust; Hexham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Hadrian Learning Trust is seeking a self-motivated and well-organised individual to join the team in supporting the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments for students and staff. Prior kitchen experience is an advantage but not essential, with progression to completing Basic Food Hygiene requirements within six months.

The role involves assisting in food preparation and serving, and performing kitchen duties as directed by the Catering Manager, with safeguarding checks; the school

Qualifications

• Self-motivation and organisational skills are important for assisting in busy kitchen operations.
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate should be achieved within six months of starting work.
• Willingness to undertake safeguarding checks as part of school staff recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments to students and staff.
• Undertake associated kitchen duties as directed by the Catering Manager.

Skills

Self-motivation

Organisational skills

Enthusiasm

Customer service

Education

Food hygiene certificate (Basic)

Job description

We are looking for a self-motivated, well-organised and enthusiastic person to join our team to assist in the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments to students and staff. Previous experience of working within a kitchen environment would be an advantage but not essential.

You will assist in the preparation of food and in the service of meals and refreshments and undertake associated kitchen duties as directed by the Catering Manager. Basic Food Hygiene Certificates must be achieved within six months of starting work. This will be organised by the school and can be done on site.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to obtain a satisfactory Certificate of Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. This is also done via the school by an online form.