School Catering Assistant: Friendly, Busy, Term-Time Role

Herne Bay High School; Herne Bay; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Reduced Active Life membership

Complimentary Benenden Health Care

Job summary

Herne Bay High School is seeking a friendly, reliable Catering Assistant to join our school catering team. This term-time role supports food preparation, serving meals and maintaining high standards of hygiene for students and staff.

You will work 7:00am–2:00pm, Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours per week, earning £13.56 per hour. The position offers a supportive team environment and the chance to contribute to a busy, welcoming school kitchen.

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable and positive in their approach.
• Reliable, punctual and committed to their role.
• Able to work efficiently in a busy school catering environment.
• Well organised and able to follow instructions and established procedures.
• Able to communicate effectively with students and colleagues.
• A good team player who is willing to support colleagues when needed.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and safety.
• Comfortable working on their feet and carrying out practical tasks throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Cook with the preparation and serving of meals.
• Preparing ingredients and carrying out basic food preparation tasks.
• Serving food to students and staff in a friendly and professional manner.
• Operating cashless till points efficiently within the catering areas.
• Helping to manage queues and maintain good order during busy service periods.
• Replenishing food, drinks and other items as required.
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen, dining and food service areas to a high standard.
• Washing up and ensuring equipment and work areas are kept clean and hygienic.
• Following food hygiene, health and safety and allergen procedures at all times.
• Supporting the Cook and catering team with the day-to-day running of the service.
• Providing a friendly and positive experience for students and staff.

Skills

Friendly

Reliable

Punctual

Team player

Good communication

Job description

Herne Bay High School is seeking a friendly, reliable Catering Assistant to join our school catering team. This term-time role supports food preparation, serving meals and maintaining high standards of hygiene for students and staff.

You will work 7:00am–2:00pm, Monday to Friday, 32.5 hours per week, earning £13.56 per hour. The position offers a supportive team environment and the chance to contribute to a busy, welcoming school kitchen.