School Kitchen Assistant – Food Prep, Service & Safety

Edsential Community Interest Company; Ashton Hayes; On-site; GBP 6,600 - 7,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training and development

Enhanced DBS check

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Uniform and safety shoes

Local government pension scheme

Friendly and supportive team

Opportunities for promotion

Job summary

Edsential Community Interest Company is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant at Ashton Heyes Primary School, Ashton Hayes, Chester. You will support the Catering Supervisor, help provide high-quality food standards and customer experience for pupils.

Role involves food preparation, serving meals, hygiene and safeguarding, with full training provided and DBS checks arranged by the employer. 10 hours per week during term time, salary paid over 12 months.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school kitchen is advantageous but full training will be provided.
• Ability to build relationships and promote a positive work environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy customer facing role.
• Ability to take direction and prioritise.
• Flexible to work within other Edsential units as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serving meals, portion control, special diets and allergens where required.
• Prepare dining areas and service counter.
• Clean dining, kitchen and staff facilities.
• Operate tills (where appropriate) and follow IT procedures.
• Follow safe work systems and maintain hygiene and safeguarding per Edsential policies.
• Work in a physically demanding environment.

Job description

Edsential Community Interest Company is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant at Ashton Heyes Primary School, Ashton Hayes, Chester. You will support the Catering Supervisor, help provide high-quality food standards and customer experience for pupils.

Role involves food preparation, serving meals, hygiene and safeguarding, with full training provided and DBS checks arranged by the employer. 10 hours per week during term time, salary paid over 12 months.