Kitchen/Catering Assistants

Eastbrook School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Eastbrook School is seeking a motivated Catering Assistant to join their catering team. This role involves preparing delicious food and maintaining high hygiene standards while working in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent time management skills.

Benefits

Professional Development

Supportive Leadership Team

Welcoming Community

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritize tasks.
• Exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food for students and staff.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.

Skills

Team Player

Time Management

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Catering Assistant

Working Monday to Friday term time only,between 20 and 35 hours per week (up to 7 hours per day) working between the hours of 07.00 and 16.00. Shifts to be confirmed at interview to suit the needs of the individual and school.

Salary: Scale 2 (Pt 3-4)

Commencing: As soon as possible

We are looking for motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistants who will be at the heart of our school, working as part of our catering team delivering an outstanding food provision across the school. You will join a team that takes a real pride in what they do and who are passionate about providing outstanding service. To meet the needs of the whole school community.

Your key responsibilities will include:

•Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our students & staff

•Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding areas

•Ensuring the correct use of all machinery and equipment at all times

•Assisting with the loading or unloading of deliveries and storing away

•Representing the school and maintaining a positive brand image

•Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards

•Complying with Health & Safety regulations

The ideal candidate will:

•Demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels

•Be an excellent team player

•Have a committed and organised approach

•Have a desire to succeed in your role

•Possess the ability to work under pressure

•Be flexible to work occasional out of hours school events, you will be paid for working these

•Demonstrate Exceptional timekeeping and reliability

In return we offer:

o A Good school with a welcoming and supportive community.

o A student-centred, progress focused ethos.

o The opportunity to work with passionate, hardworking and supportive staff.

o A supportive and committed Leadership Team and Governing Body.

o A commitment to develop your skills through continued professional development.

o Purpose built specialist learning environment with industry level resources.

o A school which understands the importance of staff well-being and workload management.

Interviews date: 4 June 2025

Eastbrook School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and is an Equal Opportunities Employer. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process, including Disclosure check, will be undertaken on all successful applicants