Relief Catering Assistant - Flexible Hours, Training

Lacey Gardens Junior Academy; Keddington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Wellspring Academy Trust is looking for relief catering assistants to join our supportive catering team. This casual, zero-hours role offers flexible, as-and-when-needed shifts to cover staff absences, holidays or busy periods.

You’ll assist in serving meals to pupils, help with food preparation, keep dining areas and kitchens clean, and follow food safety guidelines. Virtual interviews are planned and we encourage early applications.

Qualifications

• Reliable, hardworking and committed to quality service.
• Willing to undertake training such as Food Safety or First Aid.
• Comfortable in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong communication to help create a safe environment for pupils.
• Flexible and available for relief shifts on demand.

Responsibilities

• Assist Catering Lead in serving wholesome meals to pupils.
• Prepare, cook and serve nutritious food while accommodating dietary needs.
• Keep dining areas, kitchens and equipment clean and tidy.
• Safely use catering equipment and follow food safety guidelines.
• Help with stock control, menu support and basic catering IT systems.
• Maintain high safety and safeguarding standards on site.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible hours

Training willingness

Job description

Wellspring Academy Trust is looking for relief catering assistants to join our supportive catering team. This casual, zero-hours role offers flexible, as-and-when-needed shifts to cover staff absences, holidays or busy periods.

You’ll assist in serving meals to pupils, help with food preparation, keep dining areas and kitchens clean, and follow food safety guidelines. Virtual interviews are planned and we encourage early applications.