Catering Assistant

Redhill Academy Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Benefits platform

Job summary

Redhill Academy Trust is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team at our Nottingham site. The role focuses on preparing, serving and presenting nutritious school meals in a safe, hygienic kitchen environment during term time.

You will work 15 hours per week on a part-time basis, with a friendly team and opportunities for development. Previous catering experience is welcome, but a positive attitude and reliability are essential to maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Reliable, enthusiastic team player with a positive attitude.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and food handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, cooking and serving school meals.
• Operate till system and handle cash transactions.
• Wash up and maintain dining areas and kitchen equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and food hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with Catering Manager to deliver quality dining experiences.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Communication skills

Food hygiene

Job description

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Catering Assistant

Reference: NOV20263707

Expiry date: 12:00, Mon, 16th Nov 2026

Location: Nottingham

Benefits: Pension scheme, Employee Assistance programme, Cycle to work scheme, Benefits platform.

Redhill Academy Trust pay scale Band 5 scale point 28

15 hours per week - Part time, Permanent, Term time only

Required from as soon as possible

Are you passionate about food, customer service, and working as part of a friendly team? We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team and help provide high-quality, nutritious meals for our students in a safe and welcoming school environment.

About you…

You will be a reliable, enthusiastic, and hardworking individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. You will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food preparation, and customer service. Previous catering experience is desirable, but most importantly, you will have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to promoting healthy eating and wellbeing.

• Supportive teams and professional networks
• High-quality CPD through the Redhill Teaching Hub
• Personalised appraisal via our ‘My Contribution’ scheme
• Recognition and celebration of your achievements

Our mission is simple: Working together to help all our students achieve their best - now and in the future.

We’re proud to serve our communities with high-performing academies that transform lives and opportunities. Learn more: Redhill Academy Trust - Mission & Values

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support the preparation, cooking, and serving of school meals while helping to maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic kitchen environment. Responsibilities include food preparation, serving meals, operating the till system, washing up, cleaning kitchen equipment and dining areas, and ensuring compliance with health and safety and food hygiene standards. Working closely with the Catering Manager and wider catering team, you will play an important role in delivering an excellent dining experience for students and staff.

Redhill Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS and child barred list checks, candidate online search and successful references.