Catering Assistant (2 Posts)
Springwood High School are seeking to appoint 2 Catering Assistants to join their Catering team.
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Scale A, Point 2, £12.65/hour
Hours: 20 hours/week, 38 weeks/year – Monday to Friday 10.30am to 2.30pm
Permanent
Email: recruitment@westnorfolkacademiestrust.co.uk
Springwood High School: https://www.springwoodhighschool.co.uk/
Purpose of the Job
To participate in the catering provision as agreed with the Catering Manager.
NB This may include the handling of all foods within the catering section and the preparation of dishes/food items for service.
Responsibilities, but not limited to:
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To participate in the preparation of food items or batch baking in line with the day’s menu.
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To participate in the care and the cleaning of the kitchen areas, dining room and equipment as required.
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To serve meals, and to give attention to tables when necessary.
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To process payments efficiently via the schools cashless catering facility.
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Support delivery and transportation of food, equipment and supplies as required.
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To talk to the pupils, staff & visitors as appropriate – Assist in guiding their choice of menu items and increase awareness of foods. In particular where dietary requirements need to be factored into pupil decisions.
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To cooperate with the Catering Manager with regard to compliance with all food safety legislation relating to the catering industry, with all Health & safety legislation and with the rules, regulations etc.
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To wear appropriate clothing as required by the Catering Manager.
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In addition, any other reasonable duties as requested by the Catering Manager.
Skills and Qualifications
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Previous experience in catering, hospitality or food service (preferred but not essential).
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Strong communication and customer services skills.
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Previous experience working within education (preferred but not essential).
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple tasks under pressure.
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Basic understanding of food Hygiene and safety practices
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Ability to lift and carry items including food trays and equipment.
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Flexibility to work occasional hours outside of normal working hours if/when required (school events, open evening’s etc)
Closing Date for Applications: 13th March 2026
Interview Dates: 16 th March 2026
Start Date: ASAP
For a full job description and to apply visit our job vacancy page: CLICK HERE
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable field is met.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from minority ethnic communities and those with
disabilities. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
As part of our recruitment process it is necessary for us to perform an online social media check. The reason for the online search is to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet the safeguarding duties set out in KCSIE. There is no other
purpose for a search.
This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualifications) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not
be required to declare it.
You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post.