Catering Assistant - Term Time

Folkestonegirls; Ashford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school is seeking a passionate Catering Assistant to help deliver healthy meals to children. The role involves preparing and serving food while adhering to hygiene standards and working as part of a supportive team. This part-time position is ideal for those looking to contribute positively to a vibrant school community.

Benefits

Supportive school team

Ongoing training and development

Motivated and enthusiastic children

Qualifications

• Must hold a Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and serving of meals.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene standards and safety regulations.
• Work collaboratively in a busy kitchen environment.

Skills

Food Hygiene

Teamwork

Communication

Cleaning

Job description

Catering Assistant at The John Wesley CEM Primary School

We have a fantastic opportunity for a General Catering Assistant to join our team. Your role will be to assist preparation and serve a range of inspirational healthy menus to meet our children’s dietary needs.

We are looking for an individual who can:

• Assist in the preparation and serving a range of inspirational menus to meet the dietary needs of our children
• Work Monday to Friday, working 20 hours per week(10:00- 14:00)
• Use their Food Hygiene Certificate within their practice
• Ensure they keep the kitchen area clean, appropriately presented in accordance with health and safety, food hygiene and COSHH regulations at all times.
• Ensure that COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations are adhered to and any incidents are reported in line with procedures
• Be passionate about school catering and positively communicate with all children and staff
• Express a willingness to learn and develop
• Operate kitchen equipment safely, following appropriate training.
• Undertake cleaning and washing up as directed in the kitchen and dining area, including putting tables away
• Work as a team in a busy school kitchen

We can offer:

• Well-motivated, happy and enthusiastic children who love food
• A highly effective, enthusiastic and supportive school team
• A collaborative and supportive kitchen team who remain calm, positive and resolve challenges together
• An on-going CPD programme and supportive induction
• The opportunity to be part of the forward-thinking school

If you have the enthusiasm and desire to work as part of a supportive staff team in our school, we would welcome your application.

Visits to the school are encouraged; please contact Miss Rachael Harrington, Headteacher to make an appointment via email or school office.

All applications must be made via Kent-teach using the KCC application form.

John Wesley Church of England & Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Any appointment will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.