Catering Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Yate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Yate is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant to join their busy Catering Team. The role involves assisting in meal preparation and service, maintaining hygiene standards, and supporting team members. Ideal candidates are proactive, enjoy working in a kitchen, and have a willingness to learn. This permanent position starts in January/February, with a commitment to safeguarding children. Opportunities for professional development and a generous pension scheme are provided.

Benefits

Professional development

Generous pension scheme

Gym Discounts

Free eye tests

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a busy kitchen is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to react quickly to changing priorities.
• Willingness to undertake training as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of school meals.
• General duties in the kitchen and dining room.
• Assist with food service and presentation.
• Maintain hygiene and health and safety standards.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Ability to work under pressure

Stock management

Teamwork

Initiative

Willingness to learn

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Yate Academy is looking for a Catering Assistant to join our busy Catering Team, to ensure the delivery of high-quality and nutritious meals to the school.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of school meals.
• General duties in the kitchen, dining room and the stem.
• Assist with the service and presentation of food and beverages.
• Assist with the cleaning of kitchen equipment and catering areas.
• Attend training courses and meetings as required.
• Ensure hygiene and health and safety standards are met at all times.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience of working in a busy kitchen is desirable but not essential.
• Experience of taking direction whilst under pressure.
• Experience of working with stock levels.
• An ability to react quickly to changing priorities.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake training as required.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Closing date for receipt of applications is 11.59pm on 4th January 2026. This is a part time, term only (plus inset days), permanent position, with a start date of January/February. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Follow us on Facebook, X,and Linkedin. Further details can be found on our careers page.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.