Term-Time School Dining Assistant — Flexible Hours

Newcastle City Council; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Up to 29 days annual leave (pro rata)

Paid DBS and induction training

Uniform provided

Training and development

Local Government Pension Scheme

Cycle2work scheme

Salary sacrifice car lease

Weekend and bank holiday pay

Employee assistance programme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Newcastle City Council is recruiting a Catering Assistant for the West End Area to join the School Meals team. The role is term-time only, 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with times to be confirmed.

Duties include washing equipment, cleaning the kitchen, assisting with food preparation, serving meals to children and maintaining hygiene standards. DBS check is required as part of recruitment; role is in regulated activity.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or school meals is desirable.
• Reliable, friendly with a positive attitude.
• Commitment to hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Wash catering equipment and clean the kitchen area daily.
• Assist the chef with food preparation and meal presentation.
• Serve meals to children and help maintain dining room cleanliness.
• Follow DBS and safeguarding requirements as part of recruitment.

Job description

Newcastle City Council is recruiting a Catering Assistant for the West End Area to join the School Meals team. The role is term-time only, 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with times to be confirmed.

Duties include washing equipment, cleaning the kitchen, assisting with food preparation, serving meals to children and maintaining hygiene standards. DBS check is required as part of recruitment; role is in regulated activity.