A catering assistant role across the academies of The GORSE Academies Trust, starting in September 2026 on a term-time basis. The post centres on food preparation, service and dining operations in busy academy kitchens, with a strong focus on hygiene. Hours vary between 10 and 30 a week by academy, and training is offered to those without catering experience. Visa sponsorship is not available for this post.
What the job involves
- Support food preparation in a busy academy kitchen
- Support food service and dining operations
- Maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene
- Provide customer care to pupils, staff and visitors
- Keep the dining environment safe, welcoming and well maintained
What’s required
Skills & knowledge
- Positive, reliable and flexible approach to work
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Working effectively as part of a busy team
- Commitment to high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
- Friendly, professional manner with pupils, staff and visitors
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Right to work in the UK
Other
- Commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children
Nice to have
- Previous catering experience
What’s offered
- Membership of a pension scheme
- Continued investment in training and development throughout your career in the trust
- Employee Assistance Programme with confidential advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Cycle to work scheme of up to £2k
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
