The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Catering team as a Catering Assistant. To carry out general kitchen duties, assist in cooking and food preparation, serving food and till operating under the general direction of the catering manager.

Working under the guidance of the experienced Catering staff, your duties will be varied and will include:

• Preparation of all school meals, including preparation of ingredients in line with food safety regulations

• Preparation of dining area, transporting and serving meals in main dining hall and stand-alone units e.g. Snack-Shack(s).

• Washing up and general cleaning duties. At the end of each period of service, cleaning the food preparation and serving areas/equipment as well as kitchen appliances, clearing and cleaning kitchen and dining areas, including litter picking, emptying bins, sweeping and mopping.

• Ensuring food preparation areas are clean and hygienic.

• Till operation using the cashless catering system.

• To assist the catering manager with stock, e.g. placing orders, unloading orders, stock rotation.

• To support the MDS team in supervising pupils during periods of service e.g. in all dining areas, in the queues whilst waiting to be served.

• Reporting any fault or defect with kitchen equipment and/or unsafe practices to the catering manager.

• To work with an understanding of the follow guidance:
  • Health and Safety legislation
  • Food Hygiene and Safety regulations
  • School Food Standards
  • Food Allergen guidance

Our school is committed to inclusion and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The school expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

The catering manager is available for school tours or to answer any questions relating to the post, please contact HR@swracademy.org to arrange contact.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 12th July at Midnight

Interviews week commencing 13th July

The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early should a sufficient field of applicants apply, therefore early applications are encouraged.