Kitchen Assistant

2 weeks ago

SouthendonSea SS RD, United Kingdom THORPE HALL SCHOOL Full time £28,000 - £36,000 per year

Due to the increasing number of children on roll, we are looking for an enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our busy and friendly catering team as soon as possible. Hours of work are 11:30am to 2:30pm Monday to Friday (15 hours per week).

Job Purpose:

To support the delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals and snacks to pupils, staff, and visitors, ensuring the catering area is clean, safe, and welcoming. The Catering Assistant plays a vital role in maintaining the high standards expected in an independent school dining environment.

Job description

Main duties

  • Assist with the preparation, presentation, and serving of food and beverages in accordance with hygiene regulations and school standards.
  • Support the kitchen team in basic food preparation, including washing, peeling, chopping, and plating.
  • Set up and clear down the dining area before and after service, ensuring it is clean and presentable.
  • Operate kitchen equipment such as dishwashers, mixers, and food warmers safely and efficiently.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in all food preparation and service areas, following daily cleaning schedules and to the standard required by the Statutory Health & Safety and Safety & Hygiene Regulations
  • Monitor stock levels and report shortages to the Catering Manager.
  • Follow all food safety, allergen, and health & safety regulations at all times.
  • Support special school events and functions as required (e.g., open days, sports day catering).
  • Work collaboratively with kitchen and school staff to provide a positive dining experience for pupils.
  • Engage with pupils in a polite, respectful, and friendly manner, being mindful of the school's values
  • The postholder is expected to have a responsible attitude and good self-presentation.

These duties may be varied to meet the changing demands of the School at the reasonable discretion of the Kitchen Manager. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment. It describes the way the post holder is expected and required to perform and complete the particular duties as set out above.

Please visit the school website for details of how to apply

We reserve the right to interview and appoint earlier than the stated closing date should there be a good response to the advert.

Thorpe Hall School is committed to the safeguarding of children and successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment checks which include References, Health, Right to Work in UK, DBS and a Declaration that they are not a disqualified person under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Canteen
  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Employee discount
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site gym
  • On-site parking

Experience:

  • Catering: 1 year (required)
  • Kitchen: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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