Catering Assistant

Milk Education; Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Temp-to-perm routes

APSCo Compliance+

Flexible days/hours

Supportive consultant

Job summary

Milk Education is recruiting a Catering Assistant for a school in Manchester. This role can be temporary, permanent, or temp-to-perm, offering flexible days and working hours in a vibrant school community.

You will join a welcoming school kitchen team, ensuring nutritious, high-quality lunchtime service while upholding food safety standards and engaging with pupils and staff. This is a great opportunity for an experienced catering professional to become a familiar face in a school setting.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene qualification is essential.
• Recent experience working in a catering, kitchen or school catering environment.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, health and safety procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, organised and able to work in a busy environment.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude towards working with children and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving food to pupils and staff in line with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Supporting the smooth running of the kitchen and dining areas.
• Following food preparation, storage and cleaning procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and dining areas.
• Supporting with stock rotation, deliveries and general kitchen duties.
• Working effectively as part of a wider catering team.
• Promoting a positive and welcoming lunchtime environment for pupils.

Education

A Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene qualification

Job description

Catering Assistant – Manchester

About Us:

Milk Education is more than a supply partner – we’re a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.

We’re currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join a school in Manchester on a long or short-term basis. This role is available on a temporary, permanent or temp-to-perm basis.

You’ll be joining a vibrant, inclusive and pupil-centred school, where staff are encouraged to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive environment. The school places a strong emphasis on teamwork, respect and creating a welcoming atmosphere for everyone within the school community.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced catering professional to become a familiar face within a school environment and play an important role in supporting the smooth running of the school kitchen and lunchtime provision.

You’ll be joining a positive and well-established school where staff are valued and work together to provide pupils with a safe, enjoyable and engaging school experience. As a Catering Assistant, you’ll play an important role in ensuring pupils receive a nutritious, high-quality and enjoyable lunchtime service.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and serving food to pupils and staff in line with food safety and hygiene standards
• Supporting the smooth running of the kitchen and dining areas
• Following food preparation, storage and cleaning procedures
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and dining areas
• Supporting with stock rotation, deliveries and general kitchen duties
• Working effectively as part of a wider catering team
• Promoting a positive and welcoming lunchtime environment for pupils

Requirements or Skills:

• A Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene qualification is essential
• Recent experience working in a catering, kitchen or school catering environment
• Good understanding of food hygiene, health and safety procedures
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable, organised and able to work in a busy environment
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude towards working with children and school staff

Benefits:

• Competitive rates of pay with temp-to-perm routes available.
• Speedy registration process & fast-track compliance – APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safer recruitment standards.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• Culture-matched placements – we take the time to understand you and find schools that fit your values and strengths.
• Priority Partnership school network – access to trusted schools who work with us long-term on staffing, enrichment and community initiatives.
• 5+ CPD courses completed before placement, with access to further accredited training through Milk Academy.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing resources and access to our community hub – because we believe supported staff stay longer and make a bigger impact.
• School Preparation Pack with handover notes and insightful school guides – so you walk in ready on day one.
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone to ensure your journey is personal.

This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.

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Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are APSCo Compliance+ accredited, meeting the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education and APSCo guidelines.

Milk Education is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy, available on our website. Milk Education is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.