Catering Assistant

2 weeks ago

Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Greenshaw Learning Trust Full time £24,796 - £25,285 per year

Salary

Salary calculated in line with NJC Grade B pay scale, points £24,796 - £25,185 per annum
(£11,558 - £11,740 per annum pro-rated).

Contractual hours

20

Basis

Part Time

Job type

Support Staff - Other

Location

Plymouth

Job category

Catering

Date posted

21/11/2025

Job reference

GST-R1581

We are looking for a Catering Assistant to join our staff team at Stoke Damerel Community College and Scott Medical and Healthcare College Campus.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the campus and further contribute to the life chances of young people in the school and across the Trust. Our Catering Assistants are valuable members of our staff team and they contribute to the smooth and efficient running of the campus kitchens. The successful applicant will join our happy, friendly and efficient catering team where the duties will include; assisting with the preparation and cooking of school meals, presentation and service of food and beverages to our students and maintaining the catering areas in accordance with food hygiene regulations.

Stoke Damerel Community College and Scott Medical and Healthcare College is a vibrant and aspirational community of teachers and learners. We have an excellent teaching and support staff team who demonstrate and encourage a lifelong love of learning, within and beyond our curriculum.

Our Campus is based in the heart of the city of Plymouth with stunning view of the Plymouth Sound and easy walking distance of the most accessible city waterfront. We encourage all young people to work hard and make them most of the opportunities they are given.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs with remote / hybrid working opportunities where appropriate. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are 'Always Learning'.

Main responsibilities:

  • General duties in kitchen, dining room and catering units on the campus
  • Assist in the preparation and cooking of school meals
  • Assist with the service and presentation of food and beverages
  • Assist with the cleaning of kitchen equipment and catering areas
  • Attend training courses and meetings as required
  • Ensure hygiene and health and safety standards are met at all times
  • Determining any action to be taken arising from shortage of equipment and stock
  • Identification of health and safety hazards and other deficiencies in the kitchen
  • Cleaning and maintenance duties which may involve dealing with chemicals, sweeping, mopping and lifting heavy items. Manual Handling and duty specific training is provided.

You will need:

  • A good standard of literacy and numeracy skills
  • Willingness to undertake induction and ongoing training
  • Previous experience of working successfully as part of a team
  • Previous experience of providing exceptional customer service
  • Commitment to complying with all relevant regulation and legislation in relation to kitchen management, food preparation and serving including Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, COSHH and HACCP.
  • Experience of working in a busy kitchen
  • Experience of working in a school environment or similar establishment
  • Experience of working with stock levels
  • Basic knowledge of Health and Safety guidelines

What's in it for you:

  • Professional development and career progression
  • Generous pension scheme
  • An Employee Assistance Programme
  • Gym Discounts
  • Free eye tests
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 30th November 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.

If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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