At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare dining areas, assist in food prep, and maintain cleanliness.
- Company: Join Lancashire County Council's catering team serving over 60,000 meals daily.
- Benefits: Earn £13.45 per hour with flexible hours and term-time work.
- Other info: Fixed term until Dec 2026, with potential for growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference in schools while gaining valuable experience in catering.
- Qualifications: Team player with good customer care skills; previous catering experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 13.45 - 13.45 £ per hour.
Salary £13.45 per hour | 5 hrs per week minimum | Fixed term until Dec 2026
International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship.
Lancashire County Council provides catering services to over 500 schools across Lancashire, serving over 60,000 school meals per day. We are seeking committed individuals to join the service.
Key responsibilities:- Prepare the dining area for service, including moving and setting up furniture and putting away.
- Assist in the preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverages.
- Clean all equipment and catering areas.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to work under pressure and use own initiative.
- Good customer care skills.
- Previous catering and food preparation experience desirable.
Monday to Friday, Term time only, 5 hrs per week minimum, 1 hr per day guaranteed; hours variable depending on school meal uptake.
The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended 2013). If successful you will need to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the Recruitment Process tab.
In return, Lancashire County Council offers a range of benefits, details of which are on the LCC Vacancies website. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
Mobile General Catering Assistant I Schools Catering I Chorley employer: Lancashire County Council
Lancashire County Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and initiative. With flexible working hours during term time and a commitment to employee development, this role as a Mobile General Catering Assistant in Chorley provides meaningful opportunities to contribute to the well-being of local school children while enjoying a range of benefits tailored for staff.
