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A leading UK catering service provider is seeking a Catering Assistant at Stapleford Abbotts Primary Academy to assist in food preparation and service.

School Catering General Assistant • Paying: £13.29per hour, • Location: South Ockendon, Essex This is a temporary position - week to week HRGO Recruitment are recruiting for experienced School General Catering Assistants to work within the busy education sector in the South Ockendon, RM15 area. • You must be able to work Monday to Friday, • Various shifts from: 9am - 3.30pm Successful candidate will assist in the preparation and serving of meals to students and staff, ensuring a high standard of hygiene and customer service. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation and cooking of meals according to the school menu. Serve food to students and staff in a friendly and efficient manner. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and dining areas. Assist with the setup and clearing of the dining area before and after meal times. Follow health and safety regulations to ensure a safe working environment. Assist with inventory management, including receiving and storing deliveries. Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Catering Manager.Qualifications and Skills: Previous experience in a catering or food service role is required. Hold a valid Enhanced DBS (MUST be registered on the online updated service) Basic level 2 food hygiene certificate. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work as part of a team and independently. Good organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility to work various shifts, including mornings and afternoons.Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods. Ability to lift and carry items (pots, pans etc) Ability to perform repetitive tasks. If this is an interest to you, and you have catering experience, Level 2 food and safety along with an Enhanced DBS please contact Sarah Browning at HRGO Recruitment - East London Branch on (phone number removed) or Please register on our website (url removed) before contacting

Teaching Assistant (Early Years) Havering (Upminster) April to July 2026 SANZA Teaching Agency are currently supporting an excellent independent school in Havering (Upminster). They are looking for a teaching assistant/nursery nurse/early years practitioner to support in their pre- school (year before reception). You must have a minimum level 3 qualification in the early years/be a qualified nursery nurse/early years practitioner to be considered for this role. The school: The school is set within a historic Grade II-listed mansion and surrounded by seven acres of stunning grounds. The school features spacious classrooms, excellent playgrounds, a forest school, outdoor learning areas and a heated swimming pool! In the pre- school, there is an Early Years Village. It features a playground, an orchard, a mud kitchen, and bright classrooms, creating an ideal environment for play, learning, and growth - perfectly nurturing creativity and curiosity. About you: Must have a minimum level 3 qualification in the early years/be a qualified nursery nurse/early years practitioner Must have previous experience working in the early years (nursery/reception) Must be a firm believer in experiential learning and play-based approaches to learning Must be able to work within a team and support others Must have a fun and engaging personality and be able to connect well with young children Next steps: Click "apply now" if you would like to be considered for excellent opportunity as a teaching assistant/nursery nurse/early years practitioner. If you would like further information, please contact Lauren McNaught @ SANZA TEACHING on (phone number removed) or

Job Description: School Chef / Cook Salary: £23,161 – £25,355 per annum Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Term Time Only Location: London Role Overview We are seeking a passionate and experienced School Chef / Cook to provide nutritious, balanced, and appealing meals for pupils and staff within a specialist educational setting. This role is key in promoting healthy eating habits and supporting pupils who may have complex relationships with food. The successful candidate will act as a positive role model, helping to break down barriers around food while ensuring meals are both enjoyable and nourishing. You will be supported by a part-time Kitchen Assistant and will also contribute to the wider educational experience by helping pupils develop basic cooking skills, independence, and potential interest in catering careers. Key Responsibilities • Plan, prepare, and deliver healthy, balanced meals for pupils and staff, • Develop varied menus that meet nutritional standards and dietary requirements, • Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations, • Manage food preparation in line with allergen awareness and specific dietary needs, • Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment, • Supervise and work collaboratively with a Kitchen Assistant, • Support educational staff in providing opportunities for pupils to engage in cooking and food preparation activities, • Encourage pupils to develop independence, life skills, and confidence through food-related learning, • Monitor stock levels and contribute to ordering supplies as required About the Setting This role is based within a specialist provision supporting neurodiverse children and young people aged 7–19 with a range of additional needs, including autism and social, emotional, and mental health needs. Many pupils may have experienced disrupted education and require a nurturing, structured, and supportive environment. The setting focuses on helping pupils rebuild confidence, develop independence, and re-engage positively with learning. The primary provision follows a nurture-based approach, supporting pupils’ emotional development alongside their academic progress in a safe and supportive environment. Essential Requirements • Proven experience in catering within a school, education, or similar environment, • Up-to-date knowledge of Food Safety, Kitchen Hygiene, and Health & Safety regulations, • Experience in planning and delivering balanced, varied menus, • Strong understanding of food allergens and dietary requirements, • Excellent standards of cleanliness and food hygiene, • Ability to support and share knowledge with others, including young people, • A patient, flexible, and positive approach Key Skills & Attributes • Passion for promoting healthy eating and wellbeing, • Ability to engage and inspire young people, • Strong organisational and time management skills, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Commitment to supporting vulnerable learners, • A proactive and adaptable approach Additional Information • Term-time only position, • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is essential Closing Date: 25 August 2024 Interview Date: 05 September 2024 About us: SENCare Recruitment provides Special Educational Needs (SEN) professionals for SEN schools, mainstream schools, residential care homes and 1-1 home support through local authorities, across the UK. We can offer short/long term placements on a temporary and permanent basis for specialist SEN teachers, teaching assistants, support workers, social workers, VI/HI practitioners and mid-day meal supervisors. If you feel this would be the ideal vacancy for you, then please apply below or contact our team direct and ask for John Stokes @ SENCare Recruitment. SENCare Recruitment is fully committed to the safety and welfare of children, and by applying for this vacancy, you are consenting to SENCare Recruitment Ltd storing your personal details in line with the new GDPR regulations

A local educational organization is seeking a School Kitchen Assistant to support food preparation and meal service at a primary school in Northumberland. Candidates should have a positive attitude, reliability, and experience in a kitchen environment.

A leading educational institution in Greater London seeks a dedicated individual for the food preparation and service role in their academy's kitchen.

Help our kitchen team to prepare, cook and serve up mouth-watering meals in our fun, pub restaurant. Training and support: We’ve got the user-friendly equipment that will make your life easier from the start and the training that’ll give you a career path in our kitchens. Join us at Liberty Bell

Organise, administer and directly participate in the provision of the Catering service throughout the authority in schools, adult day care and housing with care units.

Help our kitchen team to prepare, cook and serve up mouth-watering meals in our fun, pub restaurant. Training and support: We’ve got the user-friendly equipment that will make your life easier from the start and the training that’ll give you a career path in our kitchens. Join us at The Bull Bee

Responsible for all activities in a larger kitchen and its surrounds connected with the provision of a catering.

As a Bank Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life w

Cook in Charge, St Brenda's, Barra.Distant Islands Allowance per annum.A Cook in charge will have the responsibility of planning, preparing and arranging the serving of meals to users, taking into account choice, best value and.You should have understanding of the rights of others.Knowledge and unde

Managing the performance of the kitchen team and front of house. Our chefs have full autonomy in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus, whilst also taking ownership of their kitchen and ongoing team development.

As a Facilities Assistant within a kitchen, you will prepare and serve meals, operate a till and undertake specific cleaning duties.

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 40-week sessional post i.To assist in the provision of a high quality cleaning service within Council buildings.Please download the Job Outline/Person S

You may already have some kitchen experience as either a Kitchen Porter/Kitchen Assistant/Commis Chef, or this might be something brand new to you. Strong knowledge of best practice when it comes to all things Allergens, kitchen essentials and Food Safety. It'll be your responsibility to make each d

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We are looking for a Kitchen Porter at St Mewan Primary School who wants to ensure our future generations are provided with nutritionally balanced and tasty food. Tasks will include assisting the team ensuring the kitchen and restaurant areas are clean and tidy and to clean and wash up all kitchen a

You may already have some kitchen experience as either a Kitchen Porter/Kitchen Assistant/Commis Chef, or this might be something brand new to you. Strong knowledge of best practice when it comes to all things Allergens, kitchen essentials and Food Safety. It'll be your responsibility to make each d

Strong knowledge of best practice when it comes to all things Allergens, kitchen essentials and Food Safety. You will ideally have experience of working with fresh ingredients and be able to demonstrate good chef/kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold, cleaning, knife skills, good hygiene practices)

From a perfectly cooked steak to a beautifully presented dessert, our kitchen team take pride in every dish we serve. As a Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for running your own section of the kitchen, delivering consistently high standards, and supporting the team to create memorable dining e

For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK.

You may already have some kitchen experience as either a Kitchen Porter/Kitchen Assistant/Commis Chef, or this might be something brand new to you. It'll be your responsibility to make each dish to spec, in a clean and safe kitchen, and to follow the lead of your Head Chef to make sure all prep and

You will have demonstrated successful delivery of training and recruitment for kitchen teams including Apprentices, KPs, Chefs, Junior Sous Chefs and Sous Chefs. It'll be your responsibility to make each dish to spec, in a clean and safe kitchen, and to make sure all prep and par is completed for ea

You are probably an existing Sous Chef, or perhaps a Junior Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager that is looking to take the next step in their career. You'll be leading shifts, making sure the kitchen runs effectively and safely. You're as relentless as us about the detail, so you'll be all over thi

Deli Kitchen Head Chef - Luxury Beach Club in Greece - Summer 2026. Extensive experience in a professional kitchen environment. An experienced Head Chef with strong all-round kitchen leadership skills.

For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Ability to maintain high standards of personal and kitchen hygiene. Mobile catering assistant - Partington.

We are looking to employ a Catering Assistant at Glemsford Primary School to perform a variety of food production tasks along with food service in our schools. For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges acr

Working as a Breakfast Chef at The Peligoni Club means starting each day with beautiful coastal views, a creative kitchen environment and the chance to make mornings memorable for our guests. Home to a vibrant dining scene across multiple restaurants and weekly food-led events, our kitchen team crea

For over 20 years, the Company has delivered fresh food solutions to pupils and staff at Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. We are hiring for a Chef Manager at Thriplow CofE Primary School. To be the main point of contact for our client in your school ensuring that regula

Extensive experience in a professional kitchen. As a Sous Chef at The Peligoni Club, you’ll support one of four vibrant kitchens, cook with quality ingredients, work alongside passionate chefs and contribute to unforgettable dining experiences in a stunning Mediterranean setting. We’re recruitin

If you're passionate about preparing quality food that people remember, in a vibrant and supportive kitchen, we'd love to have you on board. Collaborate with a supportive kitchen team. Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.

You are probably an existing Sous Chef, or perhaps a Junior Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager that is looking to take the next step in their career. You will have experience of working with fresh ingredients and be able to demonstrate good chef/kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold, cleaning, kni

We’re recruiting four dedicated and experienced Head Chefs to lead our restaurant kitchens for the 2026 season - one for each outlet: The Terraces, Tasi, Mikro Nisi and The Deli Kitchen. Guide, train and support a team of Sous Chefs, CDPs and Kitchen Assistants. Our kitchens deliver a varied and e

You are probably an existing Sous Chef, or perhaps a Junior Sous Chef/Assistant Kitchen Manager that is looking to take the next step in their career. You will have experience of working with fresh ingredients and be able to demonstrate good chef/kitchen skills (food prep hot and cold, cleaning, kni

We’re now looking for an enthusiastic Commis Chef who’s passionate about flavour, seasonality, and developing their craft in a high?calibre kitchen. A strong team player ready to support and contribute in a high?standard kitchen. Collaborate with both kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver