School Meal Assistant

1 day ago


East Midlands, United Kingdom JT Recruit Full time

Are you passionate about food and looking for a role where you can make a difference in children’s lives? Join JT Recruit as a School Meal Assistant, supporting schools across Derbyshire. This is your chance to work in a rewarding and community-focused environment, helping to provide nutritious meals that fuel learning and growth.

There are many opportunities available for School Meal Assistant, most posts are temporary initially until January 2025, possibility of extensions may be available. Hours are generally 20 hrs per week Monday – Friday 10.00-14.30, although there are full time posts available.

Current opportunities available based in

DE4 – Matlock NG16 – Langley Mill

DE55 – Alfreton S40 - Chesterfield

DE56 – Belper SK13 - Glossop

DE11 – Swadlincote S18 – Dronfield

DE15 – Burton on Trent S32 – Hope Valley

DE22 – Derby S41 - Chesterfield

DE7 – Ilkeston SK22 - Buxton

What You will Do:

* Prepare & Serve: Help with basic food preparation, simple cooking, and serving meals while ensuring correct portion sizes.

* Create a Welcoming Space: Set up and dismantle dining furniture to make mealtimes enjoyable.

* Maintain Cleanliness: Ensure the kitchen, dining areas, and equipment are cleaned to high standards.

* Follow Safety Standards: Comply with food hygiene and health and safety regulations at all times.

* Support the Team: Work collaboratively to keep the catering service running smoothly.

What We are Looking For:

Teamwork skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Awareness of safe working practices.

Ideally have experience in a production kitchen or food service role.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential:

Understanding of food hygiene, storage, and service principles.

Knowledge of portion control and waste management.

Practical skills to work effectively in a catering unit.

If you have effective communication skills and a flexible and proactive approach to work, this is just the role for you.

You will need to demonstrate that you hold a Basic Food Hygiene qualification or NVQ Level 1 and have a current DBS Check.

Why Join JT Recruit?

This role offers more than just a job—it is an opportunity to contribute to the local community by supporting schools in providing healthy meals to children. You will work in a supportive and dynamic environment where your efforts are valued and make a real impact.

Join us and help create a positive dining experience for children every day

Apply Today

Apply or call Becky, who is a recruitment professional based at the Derby office and has been servicing the Public Sector since 2002, she focuses on building strong relationships and is dedicated to providing an excellent service and is highly motivated by the people she works with and the people she places



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