Job Introduction
We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to support the delivery of a high-quality school meals service. You will play a key role in preparing, serving and maintaining a safe, welcoming dining environment for pupils and staff.
Working as part of a friendly team, your responsibilities will include assisting with food preparation, serving meals in line with portion and dietary requirements within tight service times. You’ll also help maintain excellent hygiene standards through cleaning duties and washing up, as well as assisting with stock control and deliveries.
This is a fast-paced, hands-on role requiring good teamwork, a positive attitude and the ability to engage with pupils and staff. You will be encouraged to promote healthy eating and provide great customer service at all times.
No formal experience is required, but some knowledge of preparing or serving food is helpful. Full training, including food hygiene and manual handling, will be provided.
We’re looking for someone who is physically fit, dependable and able to work efficiently under time pressure. This is an active role that involves being on your feet for much of the shift, lifting and moving stock and equipment, and carrying out cleaning duties alongside food preparation and service. A focus on maintaining high standards and working effectively as part of a team is essential.
Yateley School has a strong ethos of wellbeing for staff and students and is completely committed to securing the best academic and personal development outcomes for our young people as well as providing excellent professional development for staff.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should complete the attached application form together with the personal statement within the form and address the job description and person specification in their application. CVs are not accepted. If you have any questions, please contact applications@yateley.hants.sch.uk
Closing date: 9am Wednesday 30th September 2026. Early applications are welcomed, closing could be earlier should a successful candidate be appointed.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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