School Catering Assistant / General Assistant - Great Barr & Sutton Coldfield

Pertemps Network Catering · Birmingham, West Midlands

School Catering Assistant / General Assistant - Great Barr & Sutton Coldfield at Pertemps Network Catering, based in Birmingham, West Midlands, paying £12.71 per hour. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£12.71 per hour
Location
Birmingham, West Midlands
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 week ago
Closes
6 Nov 2026
Sector
Kitchen Porter

10% below the typical rate for kitchen porter

Reference HS-25

About the role

School Catering Assistant / General Assistant
Shifts :  Monday to Friday between 10am – 3pm / 12 - 2 
Area :  Great Barr / Sutton Coldfield / Erdington 
Pay : Hourly Pay  £12.71ph

We are seeking enthusiastic, hard working & experienced School Catering Assistants to support our clients based across Great Barr, Sutton Coldfield & Erdington 
This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates looking for Monday to Friday daytime work while gaining valuable experience within educational settings. Whether you're an experienced Catering Assistant or Kitchen Porter we would be interetsed to hear from you.

About the Role
As a School Catering Assistant, you will play an important role in helping to provide nutritious meals for pupils and supporting the smooth running of busy school kitchens and dining facilities.
Typical duties may include:
  • Food preparation and basic kitchen duties
    • Serving meals to pupils and staff
    • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
    • Washing up and keeping kitchen areas organised
    • Supporting the catering team during busy service periods
What We Offer
  • Pay from £12.71 per hour
    • Monday to Friday daytime shifts
    • School-friendly working hours, offering excellent work-life balance
    • Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of educational settings
    • Potential for regular and ongoing assignments throughout the academic year
What We're Looking For
  • Experienced Catering Assistants, Kitchen Assistants, Kitchen Porters or Assistant Cooks 
    • Candidates who can offer some flexibility, relibaility, punctual and hardworking 
    • Food Safety Level 2 Certificate (we can offer training)
    • Food Allergen Awareness Certificate (we can offer training)
    • Safeguarding Training (we can offer training)
    • Enhanced DBS certificate (we can process)
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks.

Reference: HS-25 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 6 Nov 2026 · Listed via Pertemps Network Catering

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