Mobile Catering Assistant

Wickersley Partnership Trust; Rotherham; Presencial; GBP 12.000 - 15.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Wickersley Partnership Trust is seeking a Catering Assistant to support the Central Services team across its schools. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals for pupils and staff, following Trust recipes and safety standards.

The 20-hour-per-week role is term-time only plus inset days and based at the central kitchen. A friendly, can-do approach and good teamwork are essential to deliver a welcoming dining experience across sites.

Formación

• Experience in kitchen/service is helpful.
• Ability to follow Trust recipes and dietary guidelines.
• Commitment to hygiene and safety standards.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and cook a range of hot and cold items, including for special events.
• Serve students and staff with a courteous, friendly manner.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and comply with health and safety regulations.
• Assist with stock checks and delivery monitoring to minimise waste.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Food service

Customer service

Descripción del empleo

SCHOOL: Central Team, Wickersley Partnership Trust

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS:20 per week, term time only plus all inset days

Are you an enthusiastic team player with a passion for food and great service? We are looking for a Catering Assistant to help us deliver nutritious, high-quality meals that fuel our students and staff for the day ahead.

About WPT

At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never knowingly do less for other people’s children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with embedded inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.

About the Role

As a Catering Assistant, you will play an important role within our Central Services team, helping to deliver a high-quality catering service across our schools. Your role is varied and fast-paced, ranging from preparing and cooking hot and cold food to serving students with a smile. You will work to high standards, following specific recipes and ensuring that the kitchen remains spotless and compliant with safety regulations. Whether it’s the daily lunch rush or a special theme day, your positive, can-do attitude will help ensure a smooth and enjoyable dining experience for everyone.

Responsibilities

Food Production & Service: Prepare, cook (using methods such as grilling and frying), and serve a variety of hot and cold menu items—including for special events—ensuring consistency with Trust recipes and standards.

Hygiene & Safety: Maintain impeccable standards of cleanliness in line with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety regulations, completing all necessary cleaning schedules, safety checks, and documentation to pass audits.

Customer Experience: Provide a friendly, positive service to pupils, staff, and visitors, ensuring dietary requests are facilitated, and the service environment is welcoming.

Operational Support: Assist with stock control, inventory checks, and delivery monitoring to minimise waste, while strictly adhering to kitchen Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

***Closing Date: Noon, Monday 16th November 2026***

***Interview Date: Monday 23rd November 2026***