Catering Assistants

Stoke-on-Trent City Council; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a Catering Assistant to prepare and serve meals to children and staff. This part-time role is perfect for those looking to work around family life, offering training and a supportive team. Ideal candidates have experience in food preparation and customer service. Uniforms are provided, and working hours fit within term time.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Friendly team environment

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and serving.
• Ability to maintain a clean environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with children.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals to pupils and staff.
• Set up and clear dining area.
• Wash dishes and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Be friendly and approachable during lunchtime.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Teamwork

Cleaning and maintenance

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Catering Assistant

Employer: Stoke-on-Trent City Council

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

Salary: National Living Wage - £12.60 per hour

Closing date: 13 Oct 2025

Reference: 0000025156

Sector: Local Councils

Job Type: Catering

Contract Type: Part time temporary

Working Pattern: See advert details

Hours: Part-Time

Job Details

Directorate: Children and Family Services

Section: Access, Governance and School Services

Location: Weighbridge Site Lodge

Grade: National Living Wage

Actual Salary: £12.60 per hour

Hours: 10 hours per week

This advert is open to both Internal and External applicants.

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing and serving delicious, nutritious meals to pupils and staff
• Setting up and clearing down the dining area (including furniture)
• Washing up and maintaining a clean kitchen environment
• Being a friendly face to children and staff during lunchtime
• Uniform is provided
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive team and a caring employer who values your growth
• A chance to be part of something meaningful in your local community

For an informal discussion please call 01782 236464.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all our employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all of the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.

We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.

Are you looking for a rewarding part-time job that fits around your family life? City Catering is looking for enthusiastic Catering Assistants to join our dedicated school catering team. This role is ideal for someone who wants to work term-time only, with hours that fit perfectly around the school day.