Catering Assistant

Reed; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated School Catering Assistants to join their team in Preston. This role involves preparing a variety of freshly cooked meals and developing engaging menus while ensuring health and safety compliance. Successful candidates will have experience in a school setting and demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children. The position offers opportunities for professional development and access to a discount club, making it an ideal choice for those passionate about working in education and food service. Join a supportive team focused on nurturing both culinary skills and community relationships.

Benefits

Free Continuous Professional Development

Access to Discount Club

Pension Scheme

Career Development Support

Dedicated Consultant Support

Qualifications

• Experience in producing freshly cooked meals and developing menus.
• Ability to work in a school environment and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Produce a range of freshly cooked meals and develop menus.
• Ensure health and safety standards are met in food preparation.

Skills

Meal Preparation

Menu Development

Health & Safety Compliance

Relationship Building

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Experience in School Environment

Commitment to Safeguarding

Job description

Job Description

Reed Education work in partnership with Lancashire County Council (Lancashire Teaching Agency) and we are now recruiting for School Catering Assistants to join our team in the Preston area.

We are looking for people with the following qualifications, experience and attributes:

1. Producing a range of freshly cooked meals.
2. Developing and producing a menu.
3. Previous experience in a similar role.
4. Recent experience of working in a school environment or similar setting.
5. Hardworking and flexible, and able to use their initiative.
6. Experience with Health & Safety and cleanliness.
7. Have the ability to develop good relationships with children and adults.
8. Commitment to Safeguarding.
9. Are you available on a part time or full time basis and able to travel around the local area?

In return, what we will offer you:

1. Free Continuous Professional Development through LCC.
2. Access to Reed discount club and pension scheme.
3. Help and advice on career development and interview preparation.
4. Paid in line with LCC.
5. Excellent support and guidance from your dedicated consultant, specifically focused on school cook roles/positions.

Reed Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check.