School Kitchen & Dining Assistant

Coventry City Council

West Midlands

On-site

GBP 23,000 - 28,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Coventry City Council is seeking a permanent Catering Assistant for Stoke Primary School in Coventry,West Midlands. The role supports basic food prep, serving and kitchen duties, with DBS and safeguarding requirements typical for school settings. The salary is £25,614 per annum pro rata based on hours and weeks worked.

Closing date 28/10/2026; interview week of 02/11/2026. The successful candidate will assist with meal preparation, serving pupils and staff, cleaning, and ensuring health and

Responsibilities

To assist with the basic preparation of food and refreshments, which may include some cooking.
To assist with the setting up of the serving counters for lunch.
To assist with the general daily cleaning of the kitchen and associated areas.
To assist with the care, cleaning, and maintenance cleaning of all equipment in use in the kitchen as required.
To assist with the washing up of all kitchen items.
To move the dining room furniture within the dining room when necessary.
To serve pupils and staff in line with school requirements.
To report any inappropriate behaviour in line with the behaviour policy.
To encourage children to take a balanced meal, especially those on special or restricted diets.
To be aware of children on special or restricted diets for medical reasons.
To maintain the agreed standard of dress and appearance.
To ensure all tasks are carried out with due regard to Health & Safety.
To undertake appropriate professional development including adhering to the principle of performance management.
To adhere to the ethos and values of the school.
To set an example of personal integrity and professionalism.
To attend appropriate meetings as directed by SMT.
Any other duties as commensurate within the grade in order to ensure the smooth running of the school.
Observance of the schools' equal opportunities policy.

Job description

Closing date 28/10/2026; interview week of 02/11/2026. The successful candidate will assist with meal preparation, serving pupils and staff, cleaning, and ensuring health and

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