Catering Assistant
Grade 1 - Pts 3 £25,948 per annum, pro rata including the Living Wage Supplement
(£13,223 actual salary)
22.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year
Hours 9.30am to 2.00pm, Monday to Friday
Permanent contract
Required ASAP
King Edward VII is seeking to appoint a Catering Assistant to join our dedicated catering team, helping to provide a high-quality, nutritious, and welcoming food service for the users of our School.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in the day-to-day running of our school food outlets. This post is based at the Lower School site on Darwin Lane.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting in the preparation, cooking, and serving of a variety of food and drink.
- Serving students at break and lunch times
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, including daily washing up and working as part of a team to clean all kitchen and service areas.
- Assisting with periodic deep cleaning of food preparation areas.
- Operating an electronic till system and to undertake cash handling as and when required
- Supervision of students in the dining hall
The Successful Candidate will be able to:
- Communicate effectively with other employees, students, and the wider school community.
- Be reliable, punctual, and presentable.
- Work effectively as part of a team and use their own initiative when required.
- Demonstrate an awareness of Health and Safety and Food Hygiene policies.
- Understand the needs of the School in prioritising workload during busy service times.
- Show a willingness to undertake any relevant training provided.
To apply, you must completing the Sheffield Council application form. This can be downloaded from https://www.kes.sheffield.sch.uk/school/about-us/working-for-us
We do not accept CVs.
Closing date: Tuesday 1 September 2026 – 9am*
*Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. Early application is encouraged.
Pay: £13,223.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
