Job Title: School Kitchen/Catering Assistant Location: Solihull Salary: 12. 21 per hour Working Hours: Monday to Friday (term-time only), up to 5 hours per day (hours may vary) Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable and motivated School Kitchen/Catering Assistant to support the daily operations of a school kitchen in Solihull. This role involves assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, and ensuring the safe and timely delivery of meals from a central production kitchen to the school site. Key Responsibilities: Assist with food preparation and portioning according to daily menus Set up and serve meals in line with food hygiene standards Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, serving areas, and equipment Adhere to all food safety and hygiene regulations Set up and clear dining areas before and after meal service Clean kitchen equipment and dining furniture as needed Receive, check, and store food deliveries in line with food safety guidelines Drive and transport prepared food from the production kitchen to the school kitchen Ensure safe handling and punctual delivery of food items Report any issues or delays in transportation to the Catering Manager or Supervisor Provide support to other kitchen staff as required Comply with health and safety, food hygiene, and COSHH regulations at all times Support inclusive service delivery and promote equal opportunities in the workplace Carry out additional duties as directed by the Catering Manager in line with service needs Requirements: Previous experience in a kitchen, catering, or school kitchen environment (preferred) Valid UK manual driving licence (essential) Ability to transport food safely and punctually between sites Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards Physically fit and capable of lifting/moving catering equipment or food containers Strong communication and teamwork skills Flexible and willing to adjust hours if required Additional Information: An Enhanced DBS Check is required (must be registered on the Update Service or willing to apply) Must provide two professional references covering the last 24 months