School Kitchen Assistant: Flexible Hours & Growth

Lawley Village Academy; Dawley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawley Village Academy is seeking a Catering Assistant to assist with everyday kitchen tasks, food safety, and serving meals to pupils and staff. You will work under the kitchen manager to prepare fresh vegetables, salads, and fruit and ensure meals are served with a smile.

The role involves light cooking, general kitchen and dining room duties, and maintaining cleanliness in line with food safety standards. A sense of humour and teamwork are valued in this school environment.

Qualifications

• Basic food preparation of fruits, vegetables and salads under supervision.
• Simple cooking duties under supervision.
• Serving meals to pupils and staff with a friendly, efficient approach.
• General kitchen and dining room duties including washing up and maintaining cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic food items under supervision of the kitchen manager.
• Perform simple cooking tasks as directed to support meal service.
• Serve meals to students and staff in a timely manner.
• Assist with cleaning the kitchen and dining areas, and with moving tables and chairs as needed.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment by following procedures and hygiene standards.

Skills

Food prep

Cooking

Serving meals

Kitchen cleaning

Customer service

Tools

HACCP basics

Job description

Lawley Village Academy is seeking a Catering Assistant to assist with everyday kitchen tasks, food safety, and serving meals to pupils and staff. You will work under the kitchen manager to prepare fresh vegetables, salads, and fruit and ensure meals are served with a smile.

The role involves light cooking, general kitchen and dining room duties, and maintaining cleanliness in line with food safety standards. A sense of humour and teamwork are valued in this school environment.