School Kitchen & Delivery Assistant (Term-Time)

OAK Academy GmbH; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

OAK Academy GmbH is seeking a Catering Assistant to help prepare, cook, and serve nutritious meals to pupils and staff, ensuring high standards of hygiene and customer care. You will work with the Catering Manager to keep the kitchen and dining areas running smoothly and may assist with deliveries to other academies.

A valid driving license is required. Two roles are available: 25 hours and 20 hours per week during term time only.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school kitchen or similar catering environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer care skills and a friendly, approachable manner.
• Punctual with strong time management and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking, and serving of lunches.
• Set up the servery, including water jugs and condiments.
• Prepare sandwiches, snacks, and packed lunches for meetings and school trips.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Wash up and clean surfaces, floors, walls, and equipment.
• Report any equipment faults or damage to the Catering Manager.
• Drive the minibus to deliver meals to other academies as required.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children in line with school policies.

Skills

School Kitchen Experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Punctuality

Time management

Flexibility

Empathy for pupils

Job description

OAK Academy GmbH is seeking a Catering Assistant to help prepare, cook, and serve nutritious meals to pupils and staff, ensuring high standards of hygiene and customer care. You will work with the Catering Manager to keep the kitchen and dining areas running smoothly and may assist with deliveries to other academies.

A valid driving license is required. Two roles are available: 25 hours and 20 hours per week during term time only.