School Kitchen & Catering Assistant

Scottish Borders Council; Kelso; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottish Borders Council is seeking dedicated individuals to assist in preparing, cooking, and serving meals in school environments. You will help promote Better Eating Better Learning and maintain high hygiene standards across dining areas.

The role offers training opportunities, a supportive culture, and chances for professional development within the organisation. Apply to make a positive community impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role.
• Experience with basic kitchen duties and safe use of chemical agents.
• Knowledge of food portion control and food preparation/heating.
• Able to maintain high cleanliness and hygiene in dining halls and kitchens.
• Flexible, able to work unsupervised and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for pupils.
• Prepare and serve meals to pupils and staff following food safety and service standards.
• Promote the ethos of Better Eating Better Learning.
• Work as part of a team to ensure high standards of food hygiene for pupils.
• Work with your team with no supervisory responsibility.
• Work with your team with no budgetary responsibility.

Skills

Food safety

Customer care

Teamwork

Work unsupervised

Confidentiality

Education

Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Scottish Borders Council is seeking dedicated individuals to assist in preparing, cooking, and serving meals in school environments. You will help promote Better Eating Better Learning and maintain high hygiene standards across dining areas.

The role offers training opportunities, a supportive culture, and chances for professional development within the organisation. Apply to make a positive community impact.