Catering Assistants

OFG Education; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters - mental health

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Job summary

OFG Education operates Hambrook School in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, and seeks a dedicated Catering Assistant to support healthy meals and a positive dining experience for students aged 5-18. You’ll work with the Cook/Supervisor to prepare, serve and deliver meals, accommodating dietary requirements while upholding high standards of food safety and hygiene.

This role emphasises teamwork, reliability and a practical, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen or food service preferred.
• Ability to follow hygiene and safety rules.
• Willingness to supervise lunchtime activities.
• Reliable and supportive in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, cooking and serving of meals, including accommodating special dietary requirements
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the kitchen, equipment and dining areas in line with health and safety regulations
• Support food preparation and service both on site and, where required, for other schools
• Monitor food supplies, report issues, and keep accurate records of meals, cancellations and changes
• Assist with clearing, washing up and general kitchen duties to ensure efficient service
• Support lunchtime supervision of students, ensuring meals are served and completed safely and hygienically, and report any behavioural observations to teaching staff
• Food hygiene and food safety are preferrable
• A positive, can-do attitude and a genuine interest in supporting young people
• A team player who takes pride in maintaining high standards
• Someone who enjoys a fast-paced, practical role
• Reliability, enthusiasm, and a commitment to safe working practices
• At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are.

Skills

Food safety awareness

Team player

Reliable

Willingness to learn

Job description

At the heart of the school day, our Catering Assistants help make a real difference to students' wellbeing. Working alongside the Cook/Supervisor, you'll play a key role in preparing, serving and delivering healthy, nutritious meals, creating a positive dining experience that students look forward to each day. More than just serving food, you'll help create a welcoming and supportive environment where students feel valued and cared for. By following high standards of food safety and hygiene, while embracing the school's relational, trauma-informed and neuro-affirming approach, you'll contribute to a culture where education, wellbeing and care go hand in hand, helping every student feel ready to learn and thrive.,

• Assist with the preparation, cooking and serving of meals, including accommodating special dietary requirements
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the kitchen, equipment and dining areas in line with health and safety regulations
• Support food preparation and service both on site and, where required, for other schools
• Monitor food supplies, report issues, and keep accurate records of meals, cancellations and changes
• Assist with clearing, washing up and general kitchen duties to ensure efficient service
• Support lunchtime supervision of students, ensuring meals are served and completed safely and hygienically, and report any behavioural observations to teaching staff
  Food hygiene and food safety are preferrable
• A positive, can-do attitude and a genuine interest in supporting young people
• A team player who takes pride in maintaining high standards
• Someone who enjoys a fast-paced, practical role
• Reliability, enthusiasm, and a commitment to safe working practices
  At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve. Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

Hambrook School is an independent specialist school in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, for students aged 5-18 with autism and an EHCP. Opened in 2023 and rated 'Good' by Ofsted, we provide a structured, safe and nurturing environment. Small classes and highly personalised programmes enable students to engage, progress and enjoy learning. Through rich curriculum experiences and bespoke support, we help every young person achieve their full potential.

For over 19 years, OFG Education has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Schools, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care. We are really proud to say that in 2025 OFG Education were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support