Catering Services Assistant

Stafforce - Working on Behalf of Children's Services

Location: DN35 7TU

Job Type: Temporary / Ongoing

Pay: £13.26

Job Description

Stafforce is recruiting for a Catering Services Assistant to support our client within Children's Services. This role plays an important part in providing healthy, appealing meals in a safe and welcoming environment for children, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities

As a Catering Services Assistant;

• Assist with basic food preparation and routine cooking.
• Store and rotate food items; dispose of out-of-date stock appropriately.
• Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas.
• Prepare and clear dining areas, including setting up and moving furniture.
• Report any serious behaviour concerns to senior staff or early years practitioners.
• Support colleagues during incidents to maintain a safe, calm environment.
• Follow all food hygiene, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures.

Requirements

As a Catering Services Assistant;

• Understanding of Food Hygiene, Health & Safety, COSHH, Fire Safety, and Safeguarding (training can be provided).
• Enhanced DBS
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and communication skills.
• Ability to carry out routine food preparation and basic cooking tasks.
• Ability to use appropriate cleaning materials and kitchen equipment.
• Physically able to bend, lift, and handle kitchen/dining equipment.

About the Role as a catering assistant

• Indoor working environment within school or childcare settings.
• Regular interaction with children, staff, and visitors.
• Use of commercial catering equipment and cleaning products.
• No supervisory responsibility.

Why Work with Stafforce?

• Ongoing support from a dedicated team.
• Opportunity to work in rewarding Children's Services environments.
• Training and development opportunities.

How to Apply

If you're reliable, enthusiastic, and passionate about supporting children's services, apply today through Stafforce.

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About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.