Role: General Catering Assistant
Location: St Johns, Midsomer Norton
Start Date: ASAP
Closing Date: 3rd January 2025
Interview Date: 7th January 2025
Hours: 12.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 11:15am - 1:45pm, term time plus 1 inset day
Salary: £12.45 - £12.65 per hour (Grade 1 SCP 3-4) Full time equivalent £24,027 - £24,404 (actual salary £6,849 - £6,957)
Midsomer Norton Schools’ Partnership is looking for a General Catering Assistant to join our team, working at St Johns, Midsomer Noton. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for food, great customer service skills, and the ability to work well in a busy, dynamic environment.
Job Purpose:
To assist in the kitchen and dining room in the preparation of meals, food service, dish and utensil washing, general cleaning and other tasks associated with catering.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Assist in food preparation, including sandwiches, salads, and simple dishes.
Operate kitchen equipment such as mixers, slicers, and dishwashers.
Assist in setting up and supervising the dining room.
Clean and maintain the kitchen, dining room, and equipment.
Operate tills for cashless catering and free school meals.
Monitor and maintain food temperature records.
Assist in risk assessments and reporting of hazards.
Deliver pre-prepared meals to local schools as required.
Contribute to the protection of children and young people.
Personal Specification:
Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Good customer service skills
Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
Positive attitude and ability to work with children and adults
Reliable and adaptable approach to work
There are many advantages to working for us. Included in your actual annual salary is a generous annual leave entitlement, access to a local government pension scheme, sick pay scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, free eye tests and employee assistance helpline.
We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if we receive sufficient applications for the role.