Catering Assistant

Thornhill Junior and Infant School · Dewsbury, Yorkshire and the Humber

Catering Assistant at Thornhill Junior and Infant School, based in Dewsbury, Yorkshire and the Humber. This is a contract role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Dewsbury, Yorkshire and the Humber
Contract
Contract
Posted
10 hours ago
Closes
9 Oct 2026
Sector
Hospitality & Catering

Reference 3f438fb299cffed332028cac3deb177f0714cbda

About the role

We passionately believe that every child deserves an excellent education and a nourishing lunch is part of ensuring all children can thrive in school.

An opportunity has arisen for a General Catering Assistant to join our team.

The General Catering Assistant position duties include food preparation, the serving of meals and other duties as directed by the Catering Supervisor.

This is an exciting time to join us as we deliver our catering contract, working alongside FM Services to deliver a healthy, nutritious home cooked lunch to our 330 pupils.

Our successful candidate is someone who is willing to work as a part of the whole school team, to ensure that our pupils receive high quality meals each day, whilst maintaining a safe and hygienic environment.

What makes our school special? (According to our Y6 pupils)

*”Thornhill is a representative school for the community- we are an amazing school!”

*”Music is a very special part of our school and we treasure it truly. We learn a new musical instrument every year.”

*”We have amazing school trips, which are unique for every year group. We have just been to London in Y6 and we loved Chester Zoo in Y4.”

*“Our school is such a great place to be. It is almost like a magic place because it brings so many friends and families together.”

Can you see yourself joining and contributing to our fantastic school family?

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience of food preparation, cooking and serving in a busy environment.

Can work well as part of a team.

Can build and sustain respectful relationships with children.

Is flexible and committed to further development.

Reference: 3f438fb299cffed332028cac3deb177f0714cbda · Posted 10 hours ago · Closes 9 Oct 2026 · Listed via Thornhill Junior and Infant School

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