School Kitchen Assistant (Term-Time, 20hrs)

St Marie’s RC Primary School, Bury; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension scheme

Supportive colleagues and governors

Personalised CPD

Job summary

St Marie’s RC Primary School, Bury, is seeking an Assistant Cook to join the catering team on a permanent basis. The role is 20 hours per week during term time, with start ASAP and a closing date of 7 September 2026.

The post involves assisting with meal prep, serving, setting up dining areas, and general kitchen duties in a welcoming school environment. The ideal candidate will have catering/kitchen experience, reliability, and a commitment to food safety and hygiene.

Qualifications

• Team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Experience in catering or kitchen environments.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and hygienic workplace.

Responsibilities

• Assist in basic food and beverage preparation and assembling meals in accordance with menus.
• Serve meals ensuring appropriate portion sizes and a positive dining experience
• Set up serveries, counters, and dining areas
• General kitchen and dining room duties (washing up, setting up and clearing away equipment and tables)
• Assist with receiving and storing deliveries

Skills

Team player

Catering experience

Attention to detail

Job description

St Marie’s RC Primary School, Bury, is seeking an Assistant Cook to join the catering team on a permanent basis. The role is 20 hours per week during term time, with start ASAP and a closing date of 7 September 2026.

The post involves assisting with meal prep, serving, setting up dining areas, and general kitchen duties in a welcoming school environment. The ideal candidate will have catering/kitchen experience, reliability, and a commitment to food safety and hygiene.