Gloucestershire’s largest comprehensive school with over 200 staff and approximately 1,800 students is seeking a Catering Assistant to support the Catering Lead in the provision of the catering facility of the school.
The centre was opened in 2019 and has been an integral aspect of upholding the robust behaviour policy ever since. The purpose of the centre is to provide short-term intervention to enable students to be integrated to mainstream lessons and ultimately ensure minimal disruption to maximise teaching and learning.
You will be working 10 hours per week, 39 weeks of the year (term time + INSET days). Monday – Friday, 12:00-14:00
As the Catering Assistant you will:
Work with the catering team to prepare and cook the daily menu.
Ensure sufficient food is available at all time during all services throughout the school day.
Prepare of hot / cold food and assist with the service of the food in all service areas throughout the school.
Minimise wastage and ensuring this does not have a negative impact on the effective operation and profitability of the catering operation.
Assist with serving staff and students, using the school’s till operation system. Ensure health and safety regulations are met.
Ensure compliance with all fire, licensing, food safety and employment regulations.
Maintain hygienic standards as laid down by Management and the Food Safety Act 1990, Food Safety (General Food Staff Regulations 1995) and the Food Safety Temperature Control Regulations 1995.
We are looking for a Catering Assistant with:
Commitment to complete relevant training.
Experience of working within a catering environment, ideally within a mass catering setting (or willingness to be trained in these areas.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Empathy and understanding towards the needs and perspectives of others.
The ability to conduct yourself with professionalism and integrity in all interactions and communications, keeping calm when working.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive salary, pension, and generous annual leave
Wellbeing support and family-friendly, enhanced family leave policies
Onsite facilities including parking, cycle storage, gym, and dining
Cycle to work scheme and tech savings
Staff discounts, vouchers, and regular social events
Support for further study and professional development
You will be joining a school who are purposeful, curious, proud, and supportive.
If this sounds like the Catering Assistant role for you, click apply now.
Closing date – 20th April – 09:00.
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