School Kitchen Assistant - Nourish & Serve Students

West Meadows Primary School; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

South Yorkshire Pensions Authority

VIVUP benefits site access

Free flu vaccinations

Discounted gym memberships

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Wellbeing Services

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

West Meadows Primary School is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to join our school catering team. You will support the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for pupils, assist with dining room duties and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

We value basic literacy and numeracy, a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain it within three months), and a positive, team-focused attitude.

Qualifications

• Basic literacy and numeracy skills are required.
• Hold a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or be willing to obtain one within three months of appointment.
• Can work effectively to deadlines and follow instructions.
• Has excellent customer service skills and enjoys working with people.
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with colleagues.
• Is flexible, dependable and willing to undertake training and professional development.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking simple food items, including sandwiches, salads, snacks and desserts.
• Assisting with food service and meal distribution.
• Maintaining clean and safe kitchen, dining and storage areas.
• Washing up and cleaning equipment and surfaces.
• Setting up dining areas and assisting with dining room duties.
• Providing a welcoming and courteous service to pupils, staff and visitors.
• Supporting food safety, hygiene and health and safety procedures.
• Assisting with stock checks, deliveries and kitchen administration duties when required.

Skills

Basic literacy

Numeracy

Customer service

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

West Meadows Primary School is seeking a friendly Catering Assistant to join our school catering team. You will support the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for pupils, assist with dining room duties and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.

We value basic literacy and numeracy, a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain it within three months), and a positive, team-focused attitude.