School Catering Assistant

Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire
Salary: £12.87 - £13.10 per hour
Hours: 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time, Term Time Only
Sector: Education

About the Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time School Kitchen Assistant to join a friendly and supportive school catering team based in Wilmslow.
The school is a specialist educational setting supporting children and young people aged 5-19 with additional learning needs, including autism and associated challenges with accessing education.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a school environment and takes pride in preparing and serving meals to a high standard.
Working alongside the School Cook and wider kitchen team, you will help ensure that pupils receive nutritious meals in a clean, safe and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

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  Assist the School Cook with the efficient preparation and service of hot and cold meals.
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  Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and associated areas.
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  Support with menu planning, ordering supplies and receiving deliveries when required.
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  Ensure kitchen equipment is used safely and cleaning schedules are followed.
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  Work flexibly and effectively within a busy catering environment.
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  Follow all relevant food hygiene, health and safety procedures.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

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  Previous experience working in a catering environment, preferably within a school, residential or healthcare setting.
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  A good understanding of kitchen equipment and cleaning procedures.
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  Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food preparation practices.
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  An understanding of health and safety requirements, including COSHH and manual handling.
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  The ability to work independently, use initiative and take a proactive approach.
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  Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
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  A flexible approach and the ability to respond positively to changing daily requirements.
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  High standards of personal hygiene and presentation.

Working Hours & Benefits

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  Monday to Friday, 11:30am - 1:30pm.
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  10 hours per week.
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  Term-time only.
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  Permanent part-time position.
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  £12.87 - £13.10 per hour.

If you are reliable, hardworking and passionate about providing a positive mealtime experience for children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this opportunity in Wilmslow.