School Catering Assistant

Outwood Academy Brumby; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Brumby in Scunthorpe is seeking a proactive Catering Assistant to support the daily preparation, cooking and serving of meals to a busy school community.

You will follow strict food hygiene, health and safety, and COSHH standards, washing dishes, cleaning kitchens, and occasionally acting as cashier under supervision. DBS check is required and a willingness to develop qualifications is essential.

Qualifications

• Essential Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or equivalent.
• Experience with food in a kitchen environment is required.
• Good customer service skills and ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to obtain and enhance qualifications and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation, cooking and serving of meals.
• Follow strict food hygiene, health and safety, and COSHH rules.
• Wash dishes and clean catering areas daily to standard.
• Operate as cashier under supervision and report incidents.

Skills

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Customer service

Independent worker

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Are you energetic and thrive in a fast-paced environment, committed to supporting the delivery of high-quality meals? Join us as a Catering Assistant, working as part of a dedicated team to assist in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food and beverages as directed. This role is fundamental to the daily efficiency of the catering service, demanding strict adherence to food hygiene and safety standards.

Welcome from the Principal:

Thank you for your interest in the vacancy at Outwood Academy Brumby.

As Principal, it's my privilege to introduce you to our academy of 750 friendly students in the heart of Scunthorpe. We are deeply committed to the pursuit of excellence and to nurturing the potential of every child and staff member. By 2028, we will be celebrating 10 years of making a difference in our community.

What distinguishes us is our incredible staff team, who share a strong belief in the transformative power of education. We thrive on making positive, supportive relationships with everyone and foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth.

We are looking for inspirational, dedicated professionals who will add value both academically and through involvement in the fabric of learning beyond the classroom. If you share our passion for making a meaningful difference, we would be thrilled to welcome you to our team. I look forward to meeting you.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Marion Chambers, HR Assistant at [e-mail]

Responsibilities

The Catering Assistant assists in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food, producing high-standard meals on a daily basis. Duties include rigorously following food hygiene and cleanliness standards in accordance with health and safety, food hygiene, and COSHH regulations at all times.

The assistant is responsible for washing dishes, cutlery, containers, and all catering equipment. You will clean all catering areas daily to an agreed standard, ensuring they are free from hazards. Other tasks include operating as a cashier as required and under supervision, ensuring the safe operation of kitchen equipment, and reporting all accidents or incidents.

Qualifications

Essential qualifications include a Level 2 or equivalent certificate in Food Hygiene, or demonstrable experience of working at that level. Experience or knowledge of working with food in a kitchen environment is required, alongside experience and understanding of customer service. Essential skills include the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of academy child safeguarding procedures and the ability to relate to students in a pleasant manner. A willingness and ability to obtain and enhance qualifications and training is essential. Experience of working in a school environment and qualifications in Health and Safety are desirable. A satisfactory DBS check is required.