School Catering Assistant

The Supply Register; Woodborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A school catering service in Woodborough is seeking a School Catering Assistant. This part-time role involves assisting with meal preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and supporting customer service during meal times. Ideal candidates should have previous kitchen experience and be willing to obtain a DBS check. The position offers flexible work opportunities and is available during term time only.

Benefits

Salary paid weekly through PAYE

Support throughout placements

Flexible part-time work opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.
• Must be able to provide two professional references covering the last 24 months of work/study periods.
• Some previous kitchen/catering/cafe experience would be ideal.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with preparation, setting up and serving meals following food hygiene regulations.
• Cleaning kitchen equipment and dining furniture as required.
• Supporting the team in promoting equal opportunities and health & safety.
• Operating a cash register and cashier duties.

Skills

Kitchen/catering/cafe experience

Health and safety compliance

Customer service skills

Job description

School Catering Assistant – Nottingham

Recruiter: The Supply Register | Location: Thorneywood, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom | Salary: £12 - £13 per hour | Posted: 24 Nov 2025 15:53 | Closes: 22 Dec 2025 23:59 | Reference: 3033429060 | Sector: Academy – Primary | Job Level: Worker / Practitioner | Specialism: Education Studies / Teacher Training | Contract type: Temporary | Hours: Part Time

Days: Monday to Friday (term time only)

Hours: 10am to 3pm (hours may vary)

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Assisting with the preparation, setting up and serving of meals in line with food hygiene regulations.
• Cleaning kitchen equipment and dining furniture as required in designated areas.
• Assisting with the moving and setting up of dining furniture in designated areas.
• Undertaking shared responsibility for cashier duties and operating a cash register.
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety, food hygiene and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations at all times.
• Supporting the team in promoting equal opportunities in the workplace and delivering services that are accessible and appropriate to the diverse needs of service users.
• Undertaking such duties as may be considered appropriate by the School Catering Manager in line with the needs of the service.

In return the school has to offer:

• Salary is paid to scale weekly through PAYE.
• Support throughout your placements.
• Opportunities for flexible part-time or contract work.

Requirements:

• Must have an enhanced DBS registered to the Update Service or be willing to apply for one.
• Must be able to provide two professional references covering the last 24 months of work/study periods.
• Some previous kitchen/catering/cafe experience would be ideal.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advert should we receive a sufficient level of interest.