Catering Assistant (Ecclesfold Resource Centre)

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Training and development opportunities

Paid travel expenses to other sites

Cycle to work scheme

Eye tests, physiotherapy and counselli

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a dedicated catering assistant for Ecclesfold Resource Centre in the East Midlands. You will support meal preparation from a fixed menu, ensure high hygiene standards, and help manage stock and dietary needs for older adults.

The role requires flexibility across 7 days, 10am–2pm, with benefits including pension scheme, annual leave, and development opportunities. Contact for informal enquiries is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation for large groups is a bonus.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, and dietary requirements (NVQ food hygiene certificate upon appointment).
• Understanding of nutrition and hydration for older adults.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cook with preparing meals from a set menu, meeting individual dietary needs.
• Maintain top standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and safety.
• Manage stock control and stock rotation efficiently.

Skills

Food preparation

Health & Safety

Nutrition

Flexibility

Education

NVQ food hygiene certificate

Job description

Closing date: 06 September 2026

Make a difference every day while doing what you love!

We’re looking for a passionate and skilled catering assistant to join our friendly team at Ecclesfold Resource Centre. If you love being part of a team, creating nutritious, tasty meals and want a role where your work truly matters, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

What you’ll do:

• Assist the cook with preparing meals from a set menu, meeting individual dietary needs.
• Maintain top standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and safety.
• Manage stock control and stock rotation efficiently.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in food preparation (especially for large groups is a bonus!).
• Knowledge of Health & Safety, Food Hygiene, and dietary requirements. (Successful completion of the NVQ food hygiene certificate will be required upon appointment)
• Understanding of nutrition and hydration for older adults.
• Flexibility to work across 7 days, including weekends & bank holidays.
• Familiarity with the IDDSI framework is a plus - but we’ll support your growth!

Employees have access to a range of benefits and discounts including:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave per year (rising to 30 days after 5 years continuous service) plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata).
• Training and development opportunities
• Paid travel expenses if required to travel to other sites
• Smarter travel scheme including access to the cycle to work scheme
• Supportive management and team
• Access to our in-house occupational services which also includes free eye tests, physiotherapy and counselling
• Derbyshire rewards - offering hundreds of discounts and cashback

More details on the benefits of working for the council can be found on our reward and recognition page

Working Pattern & Hours:

Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - there is flexibility available in the working pattern.

Hours: 10am - 2pm

For informal enquiries please contact Josie Aldred or Gill Wild on 01629 531013 or email [e-mail] or [e-mail]

If you’re ready to bring your skills to a role where you can make a real difference,

Provisional Interview Date: TBC