Catering jobs in United Kingdom

10 hours per week – Monday to Friday 11.30am to 1.30pm, Term Time Only

Maple View School opened in June 2020 and is an aspirational specialist school in the SENAD Group portfolio for children with moderate to severe learning difficulties, aged 6 to 16 years. The school offers fully individualised and inclusive education and residential care for up to 18 pupils. The school is located close to Derby City Centre and is easily accessible by public transport.

We’re now looking to add to our all-important catering team in order to give pupils the highest standards of food, great choice and excellent hygiene standards:

You will:

Ensure high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the food preparation and service areas at all times

paying attention to the Food Safety and Health and Safety regulations. Clearing down of the dining room tables and pot washing after food service are a key requirement of this role.

To ensure waste is removed from catering facility and safely disposed of.

Assist in the preparation of basic foods.

To comply with SENAD Group and functions Schools policies.

To help raise the profile of nutritious school food with the pupils and carers

You will assist the Cook in the preparation, cooking and presentation of all meal services at the required times, and to provide the young people, staff and guests with quality wholesome meals and snacks in accordance with the menu cycle.

All school rules and operational standards must be respected at all times

This vacancy is open to internal and external candidates.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 6 th October 2025

Maple View School and The SENAD Group is committed to safeguarding those in our care – the successful candidate will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to thorough background checks including online checks.

The SENAD Group is dedicated to equality of opportunity in all areas of work, education and care.

Maple View School, 305A Prince Charles Avenue, Mackworth, Derby DE22 4LL

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