Catering Assistant - Secondary Site

Nottingham Academy; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 9,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit Hub access

Wellbeing gateway

Employee assistance

Car salary sacrifice

Mental Health First Aider

CPD opportunities

Public sector pension

Eye tests discount

Family friendly policies

Free parking

Job summary

Nottingham Academy is seeking a Catering Assistant for the Secondary Site to assist in preparing and serving meals, ensuring high standards of service and hygiene. The role supports the Chef Manager and provides friendly, efficient service to staff and pupils.

Requirements include Level 2 Food Safety and NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality (or willingness to pursue). HACCP knowledge and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Safety certification required.
• NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or willingness to work towards.
• Experience in education settings is a plus but not essential.
• HACCP knowledge and health & safety in catering essential.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Experience in preparing and serving food.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to pupils and staff.
• Support the Chef Manager to maintain high catering standards.
• Provide friendly, efficient service and maintain hygiene.
• Uphold HACCP and health & safety practices.

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality

Job description

We are looking for a Catering Assistant to join our team here at Nottingham Academy, Secondary Site!

18.75 hours per week, 38 weeks per year.

The successful applicant will provide support to the Chef Manager, ensuring that all catering services are of the highest possible standard. You will be required to prepare and serve meals and provide a friendly and efficient service to all staff and pupils.

Working as part of a dedicated team, providing catering services to pupils, you will need to demonstrate:

• Working knowledge of HACCP, and Health and Safety in a Catering environment.
• Experience working within an education environment, though this is not essential.
• Good organizational ability.
• Excellent hygiene and health & safety practices
• First class communication skills
• Experience in preparing and serving food

The successful candidate will hold:

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate.
• NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or be willing to work towards this.

Uniform and training will be provided.

About us:

The Nottingham Academy, part of the Greenwood Academies Trust (GAT) is one of the largest 3-19 schools in the country, with its own nursery, primary, secondary and sixth form provision. We are an aspirational and inclusive Academy committed to our Respect Values. Through an inspirational curriculum, we facilitate great learning, exceptional progress and the development of character. We ensure all pupils achieve their potential and are ready for the next stage in their learning, training or employment.

We pride ourselves on having an outstanding staff team, committed to providing the best for every child. They encourage the children to develop confidence and independence by ensuring positive attitudes and high standards. Our impressive buildings provide an excellent learning environment for our younger Academy pupils.

More information can be found here: https://www.nottinghamacademy.org/

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people:

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

• Access to Benefit Hub - the world’s largest discount marketplace
• A free Wellbeing Gateway platform and mobile app
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
• Lease a brand‑new or pre‑loved hybrid vehicle through our Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
• Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Dedicated ECT support programme
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Automatic pay progression
• Free parking on all sites
• Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
• Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.