School Catering Assistant / General Assistant

Posted 19 minutes 24 seconds ago by JAM Recruitment Ltd

Permanent
Part Time
Academic Jobs
England, United Kingdom
Job Description
About the Role

Pertemps Network Catering is seeking a School Catering Assistant / General Assistant to join school sites across Birmingham. This part time role runs Monday to Friday, 10am to 2pm, with a salary of £12.71 per hour paid weekly. You will support kitchen teams in preparing and serving meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a welcoming environment for pupils. Ideal candidates are friendly, reliable, and enthusiastic, with experience in catering settings.


Shifts & Location

Monday to Friday between 10am - 2pm, across the Birmingham area.


Responsibilities

  • Food preparation and basic kitchen duties

  • Serving meals to pupils and staff

  • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene

  • Washing up and keeping kitchen areas organised

  • Supporting the catering team during busy service periods


What We Offer

  • Pay from £12.71 per hour

  • Flexible weekday daytime shifts

  • School friendly working hours, offering excellent work life balance

  • Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of educational settings

  • Potential for regular and ongoing assignments throughout the academic year


Qualifications & Experience

  • Previous experience as a Catering Assistant, Kitchen Porter, General Assistant, Food Service Assistant or similar role

  • Food Safety Level2 Certificate (training can be offered)

  • Food Allergen Awareness Certificate (training can be offered)

  • Safeguarding Training (training can be offered)

  • Enhanced DBS certificate (processing can be performed)

  • Reliable, punctual and hardworking

  • Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment

  • Positive attitude and commitment to excellent customer service


Application

If you are a Catering Assistant, Kitchen Porter, General Assistant or Food Service Assistant looking for flexible weekday work within a rewarding school environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to secure your place for September starts. One of our consultants will be in touch to discuss available opportunities.


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and pre employment checks.