Cook / Supervisor - King Edward VI School, Lichfield

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Lichfield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

King Edward VI School in Lichfield is seeking a self-motivated Senior Catering Assistant to join our catering team. You would work under the supervision of the Catering Manager and supervise a small team in their absence, bringing initiative and reliability to daily kitchen operations.

The role requires good communication with colleagues and pupils, planning and producing meals, and supporting menu options, healthy eating guidance, and stock control. IT and administrative tasks are also valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering settings, preferably in schools.
• Ability to supervise a small team in the absence of the Catering Manager.
• Strong communication with staff and pupils.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and production of school meals.
• Assist with menu options and healthy eating guidance.
• Assist with food ordering and stock control; ensure health and safety compliance.
• Support Catering Manager and supervise team during absence.
• Carry out IT and administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Catering experience

Team supervision

Communication

Menu planning

Nutrition awareness

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Dates:

Apply by 9.00am Monday 5 October 2026

Interviews:

Tuesday 13 October 2026

Salary:

Grade 5 – £27,274 -£28,153 per annum – pro rata

Actual starting salary £20,486 - £21,147 per annum

Contract Type:

Part Time 32.5 hours per week – Term time +3 additional days

Contract Term:

Permanent

Required by:

As soon as possible

Please note that the description below details the main focus of the role.

We are looking to appoint a self‑motivated, organised and committed Senior Catering Assistant with good communication skills to join our friendly, experienced team. You would work under the overall direction of the Catering Manager but would also need to be able to supervise a small team in the absence of the Catering Manager. Our ideal candidate is someone who is creative and able to use initiative. Your skills in working with colleagues and young people are as important as previous catering experience.

Working hours are negotiable around 7:30am – 2:20pm in term time and there is scope to work additional hours at school events.

You must be able to assist in the planning and production of school meals. Be able to assist with menu options and advise on healthy eating and nutrition. Assist with the ordering of food and other commodities required. Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, with particular regard toHealth & Safety, Hygiene Regulations and control of food allergens. Support the Senior Catering Manager in the operation of stock control. Wash and clear utensils and kitchen equipment, including machinery and clean kitchenpremises as required. Support and assist in the preparation required for any special functions organised by theschool. IT and administrative skills would also be appreciated. Previous experience of working in a busy school kitchen is desirable.

King Edward VI School is a popular 11‑18 comprehensive school rated Good by OfSTED in 2022 with recognition of outstanding practice and a highly positive ethos. The school is well‑regarded within the community and has a reputation for high quality teaching. Lichfield is a small, vibrant cathedral city which is easily accessible from the surrounding areas.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (Formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose all criminal convictions.