Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

Byron Wood Academy
Salary: £11,947 - £12,135 per annum (Actual Salary)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 20 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9:45am - 1:45pm
Weeks Per Year: Term Time Only

Byron Wood Academy is a vibrant and inclusive primary school where every child is encouraged to achieve their very best. As part of Astrea Academy Trust, we are committed to providing an excellent education alongside a supportive and nurturing environment where children can thrive academically, socially and personally. We understand the importance of healthy, nutritious meals in supporting learning and wellbeing, and our catering team plays a vital role in ensuring pupils enjoy a positive lunchtime experience each day.

We are looking for a friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our dedicated team. You will support the preparation and service of meals, help maintain high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene, and contribute to creating an enjoyable dining experience for our pupils.

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals to pupils and staff.
• Ensure food is presented attractively and served in line with food safety standards.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen and dining areas.
• Wash and store kitchen equipment, utensils and serving items appropriately.
• Support stock rotation and the safe storage of food and supplies.
• Assist with setting up and clearing away service areas before and after lunch periods.
• Follow health, safety and food hygiene regulations at all times.
• Contribute to a positive, welcoming environment for pupils, staff and visitors.

• A positive and enthusiastic approach to work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.
• A commitment to high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.
• The ability to follow instructions and work using your own initiative.
• A flexible and reliable approach with excellent punctuality.
• An understanding of food safety requirements or a willingness to undertake training.
• Experience within a catering, hospitality or school kitchen environment would be beneficial but is not essential.

Commitment to Safeguarding and EDI:

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory background checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure all candidates can fully demonstrate their abilities.

In line with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and the statutory Code of Practice, the Trust requires all public-facing post holders to demonstrate fluent English. Within a school setting, this applies to all roles that involve direct or indirect interaction with pupils, parents, or members of the public.

Flexible Interview Dates:

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, so don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Please note that interview dates are flexible, and the academy reserves the right to interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to our dynamic and forward-thinking team, apply today and be a part of our mission to create a positive impact!