Catering Assistant - Fixed Term

City of Peterborough Academy · Peterborough, East of England

Catering Assistant - Fixed Term at City of Peterborough Academy, based in Peterborough, East of England. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Peterborough, East of England
Contract
Contract
Posted
10 hours ago
Closes
23 Sep 2026
Sector
Chef

Reference 23c3e8c47e17dd4a4dcdda393b3a552fdea965d7

About the role

We are looking for a Catering Assistant (Fixed Term) to join our team here at City of Peterborough Academy!

The successful applicant will provide support to the Chef Manager, ensuring that all catering services are of the highest possible standard. You will be required to prepare and serve meals and provide a friendly and efficient service to all staff and pupils.

Working as part of a dedicated team, providing catering services to pupils, you will need to demonstrate:

  • Working knowledge of HACCP, and Health and Safety in a Catering environment.
  • Experience of working within an education environment, though this is not essential.
  • Good organisational ability.
  • Excellent hygiene and health & safety practices.
  • First class communication skills
  • Experience in preparing and serving food.

The successful candidate will hold:

  • Level 2 Food Safety Certificate.
  • NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality or be willing to work towards this.

About us:

City of Peterborough Academy is a diverse and inclusive school dedicated to supporting every student’s journey. You’ll be part of a supportive team within a thriving academy trust, with opportunities for training and professional development.

In return we have multiple benefits for our talented and highly valued people:

Alongside nationally agreed terms and conditions, we offer a generous benefits package. Here's a selection of what's on offer to our people in recognition of the huge difference they make to our children, their families and the communities we serve.

  • Access to Benefit Hub - the world’s largest discount marketplace
  • A free Wellbeing Gateway platform and mobile app
  • A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential & compassionate support when you need it
  • Lease a brand‑new or pre‑loved hybrid vehicle through our Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
  • Train & qualify as a Mental Health First Aider. We aim to have a qualified Mental Health First Aider in each academy
  • Supporting your professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships, Upskilling and Professional Review
  • Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
  • Eye tests & Spectacles Discount
  • Family friendly policies and time off for dependents
  • Dedicated ECT support programme
  • Access to savings in childcare costs
  • Generous annual leave allocation
  • Automatic pay progression
  • Free parking on all sites
  • Principles on workload & directed time for teaching staff
  • Professional Supervision for Academy Leaders

If this post attracts sufficient interest before the closing date, we may decide to close and interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised.

The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.

All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.

Reference: 23c3e8c47e17dd4a4dcdda393b3a552fdea965d7 · Posted 10 hours ago · Closes 23 Sep 2026 · Listed via City of Peterborough Academy

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