Catering Assistant

St Edward's CE Primary; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time hours

Uniform provided

Training in Food Hygiene/Safeguarding

Job summary

Fresh Kitchen is seeking an experienced Catering Assistant to deliver high-quality meals for pupils and staff in a busy school kitchen.

The role is part-time, term-time only, 17.5 hours per week, with a pro rata salary of £26,427 and hourly rate £13.70. You must reside in Rochdale (or within Rochdale Borough) and be prepared for enhanced DBS checks.

Qualifications

• Strong culinary skills and a love for quality food.
• Creativity and an innovative approach.
• Commitment to promoting healthy eating among pupils.
• Excellent kitchen skills and strict adherence to Health & Safety.
• Knowledge of dietary needs and allergens (training provided).
• Great communication skills and a flexible, can-do attitude.
• Residency in Rochdale or Oldham.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality meals for pupils and staff in a busy school kitchen.
• Work closely with school leadership and stakeholders.
• Promote healthy eating among pupils.

Skills

Culinary skills

Creativity

Healthy eating advocacy

Communication skills

Flexible/Can-do attitude

Allergen awareness

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

External candidates applying for this role must be a Rochdale Resident who lives within the municipal boundaries of the Borough of Rochdale (i.e where the household pays council tax to Rochdale Borough Council).Salary: £26,427 pro rata. £13.70 per hour.This is a part time, term time only role working 17.5 hours a week.

Join Our Team at Fresh Kitchen! We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Catering Assistant to help deliver high-quality meals for pupils and staff in a busy school kitchen.

As part of our team, you will bring enthusiasm, professionalism, and a passion for great food while working closely with school leadership and stakeholders.

What We are Looking For:

• Strong culinary skills and a love for quality food
• Creativity and an innovative approach
• Commitment to promoting healthy eating among pupils
• Excellent kitchen skills and strict adherence to Health & Safety
• Knowledge of dietary needs and allergens (training provided)
• Great communication skills and a flexible, "can-do" attitude
• Residency in Rochdale or Oldham

What We Offer:

• Term-time hours, Monday to Friday
• Full training in Food Hygiene, Allergens, Safeguarding, and kitchen operations
• Uniform provided

Appointment to this post is subject to Enhanced Child workforce DBS and background checks.

If you are unsuccessful in this application, you may be considered for a similar role on our casual register.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.