Catering Assistant (Staveley Junior School, Clowne Infant School, Dronfield Junior School, Spire Junior School)JobsGoPublic

Derbyshire County Council is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team as Relief Catering Assistants.

This role involves assisting with the preparation and serving of meals across various locations in Chesterfield, Dronfield, Clowne, Staveley and Shirebrook.

As a Relief Catering Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our children receive nutritious and well-prepared meals.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation and Cooking: May consist of assisting in the basic preparation of food and simple cooking tasks. This includes washing, peeling, chopping, and cooking ingredients as directed by the lead role in the kitchen.

Meal Service: Serve meals to children, ensuring correct portion control and presentation. You will be responsible for making sure that each child receives the appropriate amount of food and that the meals are served in an appealing manner.

Dining Area Setup: Prepare the dining area by setting up and dismantling dining furniture. This includes arranging tables and chairs, ensuring the area is clean and ready for meal service.

Cleaning Duties: Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and surrounding areas. This involves cleaning dining furniture, kitchen equipment, and ensuring that all areas meet the set hygiene standards.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with food hygiene and health and safety regulations at all times. This includes following proper procedures for food storage, handling, and preparation to prevent contamination and ensure the safety of the children.

Team Collaboration: Work as part of a team to ensure smooth operation of the kitchen and dining area. This includes communicating effectively with other team members and supporting each other in daily tasks.

Why Work with Us?

Supportive and friendly team environment.

Opportunities for growth and professional development.

Make a meaningful impact on children's health and nutrition.

If you are enthusiastic about catering and want to make a difference, please apply now!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.