General Catering Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Radstock; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave entitlement

Local government pension scheme

Sick pay scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Eye tests for VDU users

Employee assistance helpline

Discount schemes for education staff

Job summary

eTeach UK Limited is seeking a General Catering Assistant for St John’s C of E Primary School in Midsomer Norton to support meal preparation and dining service. You will help set up dining areas, manage queues, and assist with cashless transactions while ensuring safety and quality of food preparation.

The role is part-time, 12.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday during term time with inset days, and requires a reliable, team-oriented approach with willingness to learn and follow COSHH guidelines.

Qualifications

• Physical fitness for bending, lifting, and moving boxes.
• Excellent teamwork and communication in a school setting.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing sandwiches, baguettes, salads, pre-mixes, and simple cooked items using standard industry techniques and equipment.
• Set up dining areas, manage queue flow, clear trays, wipe tables, and operate till systems for cashless catering and meal authorizations.
• Maintain high standards of food safety by washing crockery, utensils, and machinery, conducting daily temperature checks, and following Health & Safety and COSHH guidelines.
• Load pre-prepared meals into the school catering vehicle and deliver them to local schools when required.

Skills

Physical fitness

Team player

Communication skills

Willingness to train

Job description

Role: General Catering AssistantLocation: St Johns Midsomer Norton Start Date: ASAPHours: 12.5 per week, Monday to Friday, 11:15am - 1:45pm, term time plus inset daysSalary: Grade 1 and scale point range 3 - 4, £13.28 - £13.48 per hour (Full time equivalent £25,614 - £26,016) Actual salary £7,434 - £7,551 per annumAre you a proactive, reliable team player looking to join a supportive catering team within a thriving school environment? We are seeking a General Catering Assistant to help deliver high-quality, delicious meals to students and staff across the trust.Located in the heart of Midsomer Norton, St John’s C of E Primary School is a proud member of the Midsomer Norton Schools’ Partnership. It is a welcoming, vibrant community dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child feels valued. With a strong focus on high standards, well-being, and active community links, St John's prides itself on being a warm, supportive place to work and learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing sandwiches, baguettes, salads, pre-mixes, and simple cooked items using standard industry techniques and equipment.
• Set up dining areas, manage queue flow, clear trays, wipe tables, and operate till systems for cashless catering and meal authorizations.
• Maintain high standards of food safety by washing crockery, utensils, and machinery, conducting daily temperature checks, and following Health & Safety and COSHH guidelines.
• Load pre-prepared meals into the school catering vehicle and deliver them to local schools when required.

What We Are Looking For

• Physical fitness for bending, lifting, pushing trolleys, and loading/unloading heavy delivery boxes.
• Ability to operate kitchen machinery safely (training provided).
• Strong team player with good communication skills and a friendly approach to staff and pupils.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training and participate in professional development.

There are many advantages to working for us. Included in your actual annual salary is generous annual leave entitlement, access to a local government pension scheme, sick pay scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, free eye tests for VDU users and employee assistance helpline. Support staff in schools can also benefit from a range of national discount schemes available to education professionals such as the Blue Light Card offering savings on shopping, travel, and leisure.