School Catering Assistant

Service Care Solutions; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local catering service is seeking Catering Staff for a primary school in Blackburn. The role involves preparing and serving healthy meals for children while maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates are friendly, efficient in busy environments, and possess a food hygiene certificate along with an enhanced DBS check. Join us to create a positive dining experience for our young pupils.

Qualifications

• Food hygiene certificate is essential.
• Previous experience in a catering or kitchen role is preferred.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of meals.
• Ensure all food is prepared safely and hygienically.
• Engage positively with pupils and staff.

Skills

Food hygiene practices

Teamwork

Child engagement

Job description

Overview

Catering Staff Blackburn Primary School

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Staff member to join our dedicated team. You will be supporting the preparation and delivery of healthy, nutritious meals for our primary school pupils. You will help create a welcoming and safe dining environment, ensuring meals are prepared and served to hygiene and safety standards. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working around children, thrives in a fast-paced kitchen environment, and takes pride in providing great service.

Duties / Roles

• Assist in the preparation, cooking, and serving of meals in line with dietary requirements and portion control.
• Ensure all food is prepared safely and hygienically, following school and food safety regulations.
• Support with setting up and cleaning the dining area before and after service.
• Wash up and maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment and surfaces.
• Work as part of a team to deliver a smooth, efficient lunchtime service.
• Engage positively with pupils and staff to support apleasant mealtime experience.

Person specification

• Friendly, approachable, and a team player.
• Able to work efficiently in a busy environment.
• Previous experience in a catering or kitchen role.

Essential requirements

• Food hygiene certificate.
• Enhanced DBS check.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Provide references of previous employment.
• Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable).

Contact details

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