School Catering Assistant (Term-Time, 17.5h)

Iceni Secondary Academy; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Employee benefits package

Shopping discounts

Cycle-to-work

Gym scheme

Cinema tickets

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Iceni Secondary Academy is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to support food preparation, light cooking and the smooth running of lunch service. You will also help set up servery counters, maintain kitchen hygiene and work closely with our Catering Manager and SLT.

The role is permanent, 17.5 hours per week during term time (39 weeks a year), with a salary showing NJC Scale Points 3-6. Experience in customer care and IT equipment like tills is advantageous, with commitment to teamwork and

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in food preparation or catering settings is desirable.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Good communication and organisational skills; customer care focused.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation and some cooking.
• Set up servery counters for lunch and service.
• General cleaning of kitchen and associated areas; maintain hygiene standards.
• Operate IT equipment such as tills as required.

Skills

Food prep

Cooking

Cash handling

Customer care

Teamwork

IT skills

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Iceni Secondary Academy is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to support food preparation, light cooking and the smooth running of lunch service. You will also help set up servery counters, maintain kitchen hygiene and work closely with our Catering Manager and SLT.

The role is permanent, 17.5 hours per week during term time (39 weeks a year), with a salary showing NJC Scale Points 3-6. Experience in customer care and IT equipment like tills is advantageous, with commitment to teamwork and