Catering Assistant

Aspris Children's Services Limited; Frome; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's services organization in Frome is seeking a Catering Assistant to support meal preparation and maintain hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and commitment to high standards. Benefits include exclusive access to rewards, ongoing training, and wellbeing support. Join a welcoming team in a new special educational needs school.

Benefits

Exclusive access to a reward and discount scheme

Comprehensive induction

Blue Light Card

Commitment to ongoing training and career progression

Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS checks

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in catering is advantageous but not essential.
• Willingness to undergo safeguarding screening, including DBS checks and at least 2 recent references.
• Commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cook with preparation and cooking of meals.
• Ensure kitchen meets operational hygiene standards.
• Interact well with young people.

Skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Job description

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We are looking for passionate people who can support the provision of the catering operation by assisting with basic food preparation and hygiene, promoting healthy eating, and contributing to the wellbeing of our children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cook with preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with Company policies.
• Take responsibility for parts of the catering operation under direction.
• Ensure kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards.
• Prepare the lunch service for students and staff, maintain the dining room, and clear away.
• Interact well with young people and create engaging visual displays about food, nutrition, culture, and traditions.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in catering is advantageous but not essential.
• Willingness to undergo safeguarding screening, including DBS checks and at least 2 recent references.
• Positive team player with a can‑do attitude and commitment to high standards.

Benefits

• Exclusive access to a reward and discount scheme
• Comprehensive induction
• Blue Light Card
• Commitment to ongoing training and career progression
• Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS checks
• Wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme

About The School

Fromefield Manor School is a new SEN school (opened September 2024) located in central Frome, Somerset. It is a special school for up to 30 pupils, aged 11‑19, who have a diagnosis of autism with associated complex needs. The school offers a total communication approach and bespoke timetables to support individual learning goals.

We are expanding and seek versatile and energetic team members. Join our Ofsted‑rated ‘Good’ school, nestled in beautiful grounds and with a collaborative working environment.

Contact

For an informal chat or to organise a visit, please call Robyn on 07720891703 or email [e-mail].

Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references covering the last 3 years.