Catering Support Assistant – School Dining

Canford School; Merley; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Canford School in Wimborne Minster invites applications for a General Assistant to join the catering team. You will help keep catering and service areas clean, support food and beverage service, and assist with basic preparation and stock replenishment.

The role requires reliability, good literacy and numeracy, and a willingness to learn, with opportunities to train and grow within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under pressure.
• Positive team player with a willingness to learn.
• Flexible and reliable; driving licence held for full-time roles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high cleanliness standards across catering areas.
• Assist with food and beverage service, clear tables and servery areas.
• Wash kitchen utensils and crockery.
• Support basic food preparation and stock replenishment.
• Complete cleaning rotas and checklists.
• Report equipment issues or spillages.
• Follow health, safety and hygiene procedures.
• Support and coach new team members.
• Attend training and work flexibly across the site when required.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Driving licence

Flexibility

Job description

Canford School in Wimborne Minster invites applications for a General Assistant to join the catering team. You will help keep catering and service areas clean, support food and beverage service, and assist with basic preparation and stock replenishment.

The role requires reliability, good literacy and numeracy, and a willingness to learn, with opportunities to train and grow within a supportive team.