Job Title: Food Service Assistant Job Summary: Assist in the preparation and serving of food and beverages to a high standard, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and hygiene. Support the smooth operation of the school dining services, adhering to health and safety regulations and safeguarding policies. Working Hours: 12.5 hours per week Monday to Thursday: 2.75 hours each day Friday: 1.5 hours Immediate start preferred. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and cook simple food for pupils Serve pupils in the dining hall Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen and dining areas, equipment, and utensils Ensure tables and counters are clean and stocked during service Place weekly food orders Follow hygiene and safety standards, including attending relevant training Report accidents, irregularities, or unsafe conditions promptly Participate in performance reviews and training Uphold safeguarding and child protection policies Requirements: Experience in food preparation and serving Knowledge of hygiene and safety procedures Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene Commitment to safeguarding and promoting child welfare Additional: Support school policies on equality, health & safety, and safeguarding Demonstrate organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with children, staff, and families This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a supportive school environment while developing skills in food service and child safeguarding. All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services