Catering Assistant 23.75 hours - Great Sankey High School

The Role

To be responsible for skilled cooking activities connected with the full range of meals. This will include the preparation of menus, portion control, the provision of special dietary meals to include needs such as vegetarian, cultural background and medical and behavioural needs to ensure balanced and nutritious meals are prepared within a budget

• To assist with and work with other members of the team in the production and service of food items in accordance with the procedures and recipes set by the Catering Manager.
• To participate in the care and cleaning of the kitchen and all equipment necessary to provide the service.
• To serve meals in line with menu requirements and quality standards, portion and present food, prepare the service area and liaise with customers.
• To encourage customers as appropriate in order to guide their choice of menu items and increase awareness of foods.
• To understand the dietary requirements of the customer and refer to the Catering Supervisor/Manager/Allergy Advice File.
• To comply with the Quality Management/HACCP system and feedback to the Catering Supervisor/Manager as appropriate.
• To complete the preparation/close of the dining facilities
• To clear and sweep the dining room after meals, including spot sweeping and mopping as necessary.
• To participate in the completion of all necessary records and return as required.
• To undertake all duties in line with current legislation and approved policies, procedures and work instructions.
• Such other duties as may be reasonably required and requested by the Catering Supervisor/Manager.
• To work at any other unit where cover is required. Vacancy URL This is the link to the job listing on your website where applicants can view the Job Description and Person Specification

How To Apply

For further information and details of how to apply, please visit the school website

Key Dates

Closing Date: 7 October 2026 9.00am

Key Information

Contract Type: Part-time 23.75 hours per week -9.30am-14.15pm- Term time plus inset days

Salary: Grade 2 SCP 3 - FTE £25,614 ACTUAL - £14,080