School Catering Assistant — Term-Time, Flexible Hours

Lancashire County Council; Burnley; On-site; GBP 6,100 - 9,700; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly hours

Term-time only

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant for Rosegrove Infant School in Burnley. The role runs term-time only, 8.75 hours per week, with a fixed term until July 2027. You will help serve meals, assist in kitchen tasks, and support safe dining with a focus on child-friendly service.

This family-friendly position offers training, teamwork, and the chance to contribute to healthy school meals while aligning with school holidays and community needs.

Qualifications

• Previous catering and food-preparation experience is essential.
• Reliable and a good team player with clear communication.
• Willingness to cover the Unit Catering Supervisor role during absences.

Responsibilities

• Help serve nutritious school meals.
• Support general kitchen and cleaning duties.
• Work as part of a friendly and supportive team.
• Help create a safe and welcoming dining environment for children.
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Food safety

Calm under pressure

Initiative

Job description

Lancashire County Council is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant for Rosegrove Infant School in Burnley. The role runs term-time only, 8.75 hours per week, with a fixed term until July 2027. You will help serve meals, assist in kitchen tasks, and support safe dining with a focus on child-friendly service.

This family-friendly position offers training, teamwork, and the chance to contribute to healthy school meals while aligning with school holidays and community needs.