Catering Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Ledbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount scheme

Ongoing training and career progress

Paid PVG/DBS checks

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Queenswood School in Herefordshire is recruiting a Catering Assistant to join our team. You will support the Chef with food preparation, cooking, serving meals and thorough cleaning across all kitchen areas, ensuring meals are served safely and to high hygienic standards.

We follow government healthy eating guidelines and are committed to safeguarding children; you will help with allergy considerations and maintaining records, while working as part of a caring education and care team.

Qualifications

• Basic food preparation and safe handling practices.
• Record food safety, temperature and cleaning checks.
• Knowledge of allergen management and dietary requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals at breakfast and lunch.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in the kitchen.
• Keep records of temperatures and cleaning activities.
• Assist with stock levels and replenishment.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Allergen management

Hygiene and cleanliness

Team player

Education

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Queenswood School is recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join our team.

We are looking for a passionate individual who can support with food preparation, service and maintain high standards of hygiene within the commercial kitchen. As a school we follow the Governments requirements for healthy eating, and we contribute to the wellbeing of our pupils. In this role, you will assist the Chef with the preparation, cooking, serving of meals and thorough cleaning of all food preparation and services areas. You will always maintain the Company's Assured Safe Catering Policies and Procedures.

About the school:

Queenswood School is set across two sites in a beautiful rural location in Herefordshire. We are an Independent Specialist day school specialising in the education and care of children and young people between the age of 11 to 19 years who are diagnosed as being on the autistic spectrum or have SEMH.

What you'll be doing:

• Preparing and serving breakfast, lunch and refreshments throughout the day, helping mealtimes run smoothly
• Keeping food safe, fresh and served to the highest standards - carrying out food safety checks and keep compliance records up to date
• Helping maintain a clean, tidy and welcoming kitchen and dining environment - meeting Food Hygiene, Health & Safety and environmental health standards
• Monitoring stock levels and flag when supplies need replenishing
• Supporting pupils with allergy and dietary requirements
• Working closely with the wider education and care teams to ensure meals are delivered safely and efficiently
• Play an important role in creating a positive dining experience for every pupil every day

About you:

• Basic food preparation skills and confidence preparing breakfast items safely, with the ability to portion and serve meals with care and attention to presentation
• Understanding of food hygiene, food safety and safe food handling practices, and awareness of Health & Safety requirements, including COSHH, manual handling and safe use of kitchen equipment -
• Ability to complete food safety, temperature and cleaning records accurately
• Knowledge of allergen management and dietary requirements
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Well organised and able to work independently when needed
• Reliable, punctual and a supportive team player
• Positive, caring approach to working within a school environment and supporting pupils every day

Our benefits include:

• Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme
• Commitment to your ongoing training and career progression
• Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS
• Cycle to work scheme and more!

Above all, we provide a supportive and collaborative working environment where you can flourish in your career and feel incredibly rewarded by helping those who need it most.

Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.