School Kitchen Assistant: Food Prep, Service & Hygiene

Derbyshire Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service in the East Midlands is hiring a Catering Assistant to join their dedicated kitchen team. The role involves supporting kitchen supervisors in food preparation and cooking, maintaining allergen compliance, and preparing the dining area for service. Successful candidates will be expected to complete the NVQ food hygiene certificate upon appointment. This position is essential for ensuring food hygiene and creating memorable lunchtime experiences for customers.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the NVQ food hygiene certificate is required upon appointment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and cooking as directed by the kitchen supervisor.
• Support portions control and presentation.
• Ensure allergen compliance and safe handling of food.
• Prepare the dining area for service and support the servery/unit as needed.
• Uphold food hygiene and health and safety regulations.

Education

NVQ food hygiene certificate

Job description

A leading catering service in the East Midlands is hiring a Catering Assistant to join their dedicated kitchen team. The role involves supporting kitchen supervisors in food preparation and cooking, maintaining allergen compliance, and preparing the dining area for service. Successful candidates will be expected to complete the NVQ food hygiene certificate upon appointment. This position is essential for ensuring food hygiene and creating memorable lunchtime experiences for customers.