Catering Assistant - Cornerstone Primary School, Fareham - Ed Catering 621265 (W)

Shared Services Partnership; Fareham; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading education catering service is seeking a Catering Assistant for a term-time only position at Cornerstone Primary School in Fareham. The role involves preparing and serving nutritious meals during school hours, offering a supportive environment with training and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Term-time only positions

Uniform provided

Full training and opportunities to progress

Minimum 24 days annual leave during school holidays plus bank holidays

Interest-free travel loans and discounts

Employee Support Services

Family-friendly policies

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in catering is advantageous but not essential.
• Enjoy being part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving freshly prepared healthy school meals.
• Working during school hours, term time.

Skills

Teamwork

Ability to work in a busy environment

Job description

Job Details:

• Hourly Rate: £12.21 per hour
• Work Location: Cornerstone Primary School, Fareham
• Hours per week: 10.00 - Monday to Friday
• Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only
• Closing Date: 1st June 2025

Are you looking for a term-time only job? Come and join our team!

We are seeking an enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our busy team in preparing and serving freshly prepared healthy, nutritious school meals. Our Catering Assistants work during school hours, term time.

This role is rewarding, and we provide comprehensive training to help you succeed. There are plenty of opportunities for learning and progression.

You should enjoy being part of a team. Serving lunch on time is essential, so the ability to cope in a busy environment is necessary. Experience in catering is advantageous but not essential.

Why work for us?

Education Catering is a forward-thinking, solution-focused service. Our term-time contracts offer an excellent work-life balance, commitment to training and development, and a friendly, supportive environment. To learn more, visit our Work with us | Hampshire County Council.

Benefits include:

• Term-time only positions
• Uniform provided
• Full training and opportunities to progress
• Minimum 24 days annual leave during school holidays plus bank holidays
• Interest-free travel loans and discounts
• Employee Support Services
• Family-friendly policies
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Additional Information:

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received. Please apply promptly.

Vetting Requirements:

This role is subject to a Criminal Records Check. Pre-employment includes a Medical Questionnaire, screened by our Occupational Health Department to ensure fitness for the role.

Contact for Informal Discussion:

For more information or to discuss the role, contact Leanne Oliver-Pulford, District Manager, at #.

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. All recruitment practices reflect this commitment. We promote equality and are a Disability Confident Employer.