School Catering Assistant – Term-Time, Supportive Team

West Sussex County Council; Mid Sussex; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent local government pension

West Sussex Choices discounts

Training and mentoring

Employee Assistance Programme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

West Sussex County Council is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant for Woodlands Meed College in Burgess Hill. The role focuses on preparing healthy meals, supporting pupils, and creating a welcoming mealtime environment.

You will engage with students, promote life skills, and contribute to a safe, hygienic kitchen. The role is term-time only (39 weeks) with a 22.5-hour week, Monday to Friday, and includes a pension and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering with good customer service, including strong written and verbal communication.
• Good at communicating and can connect well with children and staff.
• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate, or an understanding of Food Safety.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Experience with Health & Safety procedures in a commercial setting.
• An understanding for the differing needs of young people with special educational needs.
• A genuine passion for promoting healthy and balanced eating.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of the kitchen including preparation, cooking, and cleaning to the required standards, ensuring hygiene and safety measures are maintained.
• Thriving in busy environment and support colleagues to maintain high professional standards.
• This is an active role, which includes regularly lifting, moving, and handling large equipment.
• Follow written documentation for Health & Safety and Food Safety legislation and business requirements.

Skills

Catering experience

Customer service

Written & verbal communication

Health & safety

SEN awareness

Healthy eating promotion

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

West Sussex County Council is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant for Woodlands Meed College in Burgess Hill. The role focuses on preparing healthy meals, supporting pupils, and creating a welcoming mealtime environment.

You will engage with students, promote life skills, and contribute to a safe, hygienic kitchen. The role is term-time only (39 weeks) with a 22.5-hour week, Monday to Friday, and includes a pension and staff discounts.