Catering Assistant

Job Title: Catering & General Assistant (Temporary)

Job Purpose

To support the delivery of a high-quality catering service by serving food, maintaining food temperature controls, and carrying out general housekeeping duties. The postholder will help ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for pupils, staff, and visitors while adhering to food hygiene and health and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve food and beverages in a professional, friendly, and efficient manner.
  


• Monitor and record food temperatures in accordance with food safety regulations.
  


• Assist with basic food preparation and kitchen support duties.
  


• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene within kitchen, dining, and food preparation areas.
  


• Carry out general housekeeping duties including sweeping, mopping, cleaning, and tidying.
  


• Wash and store kitchen equipment, utensils, and crockery safely.
  


• Follow Food Hygiene, Health & Safety, and safeguarding procedures at all times.
  


• Dispose of waste appropriately and maintain a safe working environment.
  


• Provide excellent customer service to pupils, staff, and visitors.
  

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in catering, kitchen, cleaning, housekeeping, or hospitality environments.
  


• Experience of working to health and safety procedures.
  


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  

Desirable

• Experience working within a school, care, or educational setting.
  

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
  


• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
  

Desirable

• Health and Safety training.
  

Compliance Requirements

Essential

• Enhanced DBS Check required.
  


• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities when working in a school environment.
  


• Ability to comply with food safety, hygiene, and health and safety regulations.
  

Skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  


• Strong customer service focus.
  


• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently.
  


• Good attention to detail and cleanliness standards.
  


• Reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to work.
  

Additional Details

·         Location: Thurton CEVC Primary School, Norwich, NR14 6AT

·         Working Hours: 15 Hours/Week

·         Pay Rate: £16.05/ Hour UMB

• We operate on a bi-weekly payment schedule.
  

·         Closing date: Soon – early applications are encouraged