Term-Time School Catering Assistant – Flexible Hours

Academy Transformation Trust; Methwold Hythe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Employee benefits

Shopping discounts

Cycle to work

Gym schemes

Cinema tickets

Employee assistance

Job summary

Iceni Academy is seeking a Catering Assistant to support lunchtime service and kitchen duties. The role involves basic food preparation, some cooking, setting up servery counters, and general cleaning within a term-time kitchen team.

You’ll work under a Catering Manager and alongside a supportive SLT to ensure smooth operations. Hours are 17.5 per week (Mon–Fri 11:00–2:30) during 39 weeks per year; FTE salary range £25,614–£26,847, with actual salary reflecting term-time hours.

Qualifications

• Basic food preparation and some cooking
• Good timekeeping and ability to work in a team and independently
• Excellent communication and customer care skills
• Ability to operate IT equipment e.g. tills

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation and some cooking
• Assist with setting up servery counters for lunch
• General cleaning of the kitchen and associated areas
• Work collaboratively with Catering Manager and Catering team

Job description

Iceni Academy is seeking a Catering Assistant to support lunchtime service and kitchen duties. The role involves basic food preparation, some cooking, setting up servery counters, and general cleaning within a term-time kitchen team.

You’ll work under a Catering Manager and alongside a supportive SLT to ensure smooth operations. Hours are 17.5 per week (Mon–Fri 11:00–2:30) during 39 weeks per year; FTE salary range £25,614–£26,847, with actual salary reflecting term-time hours.