School Catering Assistant - Term Time Location: Wirral Contract: Term Time Only Hours: 20 hours per week (10:00am - 2:00pm) Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Start Date: ASAP Employer: People Dynamix Education Job Description People Dynamix Education are currently recruiting a friendly and reliable School Catering Assistant to join a busy school catering team in the Wirral area on a term-time maternity cover basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to providing a positive lunchtime experience for students and staff. Main Purpose of the Role To support the smooth and efficient running of the school's catering operations, assisting with food preparation, serving meals, cleaning duties, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety within the kitchen. Key Responsibilities Assist with food preparation including sandwiches, desserts, and hot meals Set up the dining hall for lunchtime service Serve food in a polite, friendly, and efficient manner Clean kitchen areas, service counters, equipment, and utensils Maintain hygiene standards in line with food safety regulations Provide a friendly and supportive service to students and staff Report any hygiene or health concerns in line with procedures Requirements Previous experience in a catering or kitchen assistant role (school experience desirable) Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate or willingness to obtain Strong teamwork and communication skills Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Apply Now If you are a motivated individual who enjoys working in catering and wants to support a positive school environment, we would love to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to work term-time hours while gaining experience within a school setting.