Farnborough Hill is looking to recruit a Kitchen Porter/Catering Assistant to join our in-house dedicated and professional Catering Team from 1 September 2026.
The successful candidate will have experience of working as a Kitchen Porter and Catering Assistant, assisting in basic food preparation supporting the Head Chef and team. Having basic knowledge of catering in a fast-paced environment will be advantageous but not essential. You will be required to assist preparing the deli bar before moving into your primary role as the Kitchen Porter.
This is a person who takes pride in their work. Previous catering experience is required, preferably in a school but not essential, with a good understanding of relevant Health and Safety, Food Hygiene and Allergy awareness.
This is a term time only role (34 weeks of the year only) with no regular weekend working. The hours are 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 6.30 am to 2.30 pm, including a 30-minute break.
These are the core hours, however, given the nature of a School there may be times when additional hours are available. Compensating time off or additional pay will be provided; as appropriate.
We offer a competitive salary, (£20,539.29 per annum), contributory pension scheme, Death in Service cover, on-site parking, free lunch, uniform, and a remission of fees for a daughter attending the school.
JOB SPECIFICATION:
Be responsible for the efficient discharge of duties in an efficient, positive, professional, and friendly manner. Ensure that the school’s lunchtime service is delivered safely, efficiently, and effectively to a high standard and provide an excellent service to pupils, parents, staff, and other stakeholders.
To be in sympathy with and supportive of the Christian ethos of the school as set out in our Mission Statement. To be committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children and young people.
Responsibilities:
· Will be required to wash all equipment, both kitchen and service items and assist with daily cleaning of the kitchen.
· Prepare food for the deli bar during the first two hours of your duties.
· Move food from the kitchen to the servery.
· Be aware of the UK allergy requirements and understand what allergens are contained in the daily menu.
· Participate in the care and the cleaning of the kitchen areas and equipment as required.
· Participate in the completion of cleaning schedules.
· Assist with the maintenance of quality standards within the Catering Department.
· Ensure compliance with all Food Safety legislation relating to the catering industry and with all Health and Safety legislation including allergen, COSHH and risk assessments.
· Report any faults with equipment and appliances to the Catering Manager.
· Other duties as required from time-to-time supporting other staff, as defined by the Catering Manager, Facilities Manager or Bursar.
This description is not exhaustive but provided as a general guide to the regular duties to be performed. You may be reasonably required to perform duties other than those given in the job description for the post. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the character of the duties or the level of the responsibility entailed.
General:
This job description is correct as of the 4 August 2026. It may vary in consultation with the postholder to reflect the developments to the job.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
· High standards of personal hygiene
· Efficient, motivated, energetic, physically fit, and able to work under their own initiative
· A positive and cheerful can-do attitude with the desire to fully integrate, with the team and wider school
· Able to communicate well with colleagues and staff
· Punctual, dependable, and able to manage time effectively to prioritise and complete tasks to a high level
· Skilled to be able to work both alone and within a team to achieve specified standards
The following is essential:
· Enhanced DBS Clearance prior to start of appointment
· Previous experience of working as a Catering Assistant and Kitchen Porter
The following is highly desirable:
· Recent experience working in an environment that involves young people
· Basic knowledge of catering in a fast-paced environment
· Level 2 Food Safety
· Level 2 Health & Safety
· Food Allergy & Intolerance training
All staff are expected to be in sympathy with and supportive of the ethos of the School as set out in our Mission Statement. They are expected to be committed to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children and young people.
For further details of the school, please visit our website: www.farnborough-hill.org
All applicants will be subject to Enhanced DBS clearance. More information and an application form can be found on the School’s website: www.farnborough-hill.org. Enquiries and completed application forms should be sent for the attention of Rachel Barraud, Facilities Manager, on [email protected]
Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview/appoint before the closing date.
Closing Date: Noon Friday 21 August 2026. However, if interested in applying for the role please submit your application as early as possible as it will be considered upon receipt
Interviews: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis and may take place prior to the closing date
Start Date: 1 September 2026
Farnborough Hill is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people and the relevant DBS Code of Practice checks will apply.
Pay: £12.96 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
