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Kitchen Assistant (Level A)
Join Our Team!
Saint Joseph's RC Junior, Infant & Nursery School Oldham
Salary: Grade 1 (SCP 4) | £24,404 (actual £7,044 per annum) | Term time only plus 3 days
Hours: 12.5 hours
Start Date: As soon as possible
We’re looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our warm and welcoming school community. This is an important support role within our school kitchen team you’ll be helping to prepare and serve meals and keep everything sparkling clean behind the scenes. It’s perfect for someone who enjoys working with others and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves.
Your main duties will include:
* Helping to prepare, serve and present hot and cold meals for pupils
* Washing up, cleaning surfaces and equipment and keeping kitchen areas tidy
* Supporting the team with setting up and clearing the dining area
* Assisting with simple food preparation and stock rotation
* Following all health, safety and hygiene procedures
We’re looking for someone who:
* Has a friendly and positive attitude
* Can follow instructions and work well as part of a team
* Understands the importance of food hygiene and cleanliness
* Is happy to work in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same
* Can model and promote our ethos through their attitude and approach
* Experience in a similar role would be helpful, but it’s not essential we’re more interested in finding the right person and full training will be provided, including support to gain your food hygiene certificate if you don’t already have it.
We can offer:
* A supportive and inclusive school community
* Opportunities for training and CPD
* A sense of purpose, working as part of a team who make a real difference
* A school that values kindness, humour and people who go the extra mile
Visits to school are warmly welcomed come and meet the team!
How to apply:
Please return completed applications to head@st-josephs.oldham.sch.uk
To arrange a visit, please contact the school office or email head@st-josephs.oldham.sch.uk
Closing Date: Friday 11 April 2025 at 12pm
Interviews: Week beginning Monday 14 April 2025