Catering Assistant | part time | Ryelands primary school | Lancaster, Lancashire,

Lancashire County Council; Morecambe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Morecambe is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant to support food services at Ryelands Primary School. Key responsibilities include preparing dining areas, assisting in meal preparation, and cleaning equipment. Ideal candidates will have good customer service skills and be able to work under pressure. Previous catering experience is welcome but not essential. This role offers 15 hours of work per week during term time.

Qualifications

• Previous catering and food preparation experience would be desirable.
• Willingness to be trained to cover the unit in the event of sickness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the dining area for service.
• Assist in cooking and serving food and beverages.
• Clean all equipment and catering areas.

Skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Ability to work under pressure

Good customer care skills

Job description

Catering Assistant

Part time | Ryelands Primary School | Lancaster, Lancashire

Salary £24,310 per annum | 15 hours per week | Permanent, part time

Description: Lancashire County Council provides catering services to over 500 schools across Lancashire, serving over 60,000 school meals per day. We are looking for committed individuals to join the service at Ryelands Primary School, where you will help provide high quality, healthy, balanced meals for school children.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the dining area for service, including moving and setting up furniture and putting away.
• Assist the UCS in cooking and serving food and beverages.
• Clean all equipment and catering areas.

What We Are Looking For

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative.
• Good customer care skills.
• Previous catering and food preparation experience would be desirable.
• Willingness to be trained to cover the unit in the event of sickness.

Working Hours / Days

• Monday to Friday
• Term time only
• 15 hours per week, variable depending on school meal uptake.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Government Administration