Catering Assistant - Orchard Lea Infant School, Fareham - Ed Catering 621238 (E)

TN United Kingdom; Fareham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in education catering is seeking a Catering Assistant for Orchard Lea Infant School in Fareham. This role offers an excellent work-life balance with term-time hours, comprehensive training, and opportunities for progression. Ideal candidates will enjoy teamwork and thrive in a busy environment.

Benefits

Term time only positions

Uniform

Full training and progression opportunities

Minimum of 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Interest-free travel loans and discounts

Employee Support Services

Family-friendly policies

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a team environment.
• Ability to serve lunch on time in a busy setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve healthy, nutritious school meals.
• Work term time during school hours.

Skills

Teamwork

Catering experience

Job description

Job Title: Catering Assistant - Orchard Lea Infant School, Fareham - Ed Catering 621238 (E), Fareham

Client:

Shared Services Partnership

Location:

Fareham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

2120fc773460

Job Views:

4

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

Hourly Rate: £12.21 per hour

Work Location: Orchard Lea Infant School, Fareham

Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only

Join Our Team

We are seeking an enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our busy team in preparing and serving healthy, nutritious school meals. This role involves working term time, during school hours.

This is a rewarding opportunity, and we provide comprehensive training to help you succeed, with plenty of chances to learn and progress.

You should enjoy working as part of a team and be able to serve lunch on time in a busy environment. Experience in catering is advantageous but not essential.

Why Work With Us?

Education Catering is a forward-thinking, solution-focused service. Our term-time contracts offer an excellent work-life balance, with a commitment to training and development in a friendly environment. More about us can be found at Work with us | Hampshire County Council (hants.gov.uk).

Benefits include:

• Term time only positions
• Uniform
• Full training and progression opportunities
• A minimum of 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

See the Job Summary and Person Specification for more details. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received.

Vetting Requirements

This role requires a Criminal Records Check. You will also need to complete a Post Offer Medical Questionnaire, which is confidential and reviewed by our Occupational Health Department to ensure you are medically fit for the role.

Contact for Informal Discussion

For more information or to discuss the role, contact:

Emma McGlennon, District Manager: 07849300836

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. We promote equality and are a Disability Confident Employer, ensuring an inclusive recruitment process.