Catering Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Ruislip; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced person to join our school catering team for Lunchtime service. The role involves meal service preparation, cleaning of kitchen and dining areas, and moving plates and utensils to support smooth lunchtime operations.

The post requires a pragmatic, personable attitude and the ability to work with pupils, staff and visitors. DBS checks and safeguarding commitments apply, with opportunities to support Special Resource Provisions during

Qualifications

• Physically able to transport plates and utensils.
• Willing to work as part of a school lunchtime catering team.
• Good communication with pupils, staff and visitors.
• DBS check will be required as part of safeguarding

Responsibilities

• Assist during lunchtime in the dining hall, including meal service preparation and cleaning of kitchen, dining room and utensils.
• Set up and clear tables and benches for lunch service.
• Support during lunchtimes for pupils in Special Resource Provisions and Assessment Centre as needed

Skills

Multi-tasking

Computer literacy

Staff interaction

Physical stamina

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, experienced and professional person to join our friendly catering team.

We are seeking a candidate who considers themselves an able multi-tasker, to be computer literate, confident when dealing with pupils, staff and visitors, ability to meet the physical demands of the post and willing to go the extra mile to get the job done. To be an enthusiastic member of the catering team assisting during the lunchtime in the dining hall which includes meal service preparation and cleaning of kitchen, dining room and utensils. There is a daily physical element to this role, namely, transporting plates, utensils, cups to and from the kitchen, putting up and setting down tables and benches for the lunch service.

If you are motivated, dedicated personable and wish to join our team please see the attached job description and person specification.

We therefore seek a confident individual with a pragmatic approach. SMSAs are also required to support the children attending our Special Resource Provisions and/or Assessment Centre during their lunchtime.

We are constantly striving to improve our lunchtime experiences for our pupils and therefore welcome applications from dedicated and personable individuals who feel they can further enhance our busy lunchtimes.

What the school offers its staff

In return we offer:

• An opportunity to work with the most engaging children who enjoy coming to school;


• A strong team of dedicated staff who are committed to maintaining high standards.


• A supportive and friendly Governing Body committed to continuing school improvement.


• On-going commitment to your professional development with bespoke training


• The opportunity to make a real contribution to school development

Commitment to safeguarding

Please note that we will be seeking references from your current employer prior to the interview. CVs will not be accepted. The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.