About this role
Role: General Catering Assistant
Location: St Johns Midsomer Norton
Start Date: October 2026
Hours: 12.5 per week, Monday to Friday, 11:15am - 1:45pm, term time plus inset days
Salary: Grade 1 and scale point range 3 - 4, £13.28 - £13.48 per hour (Full time equivalent £25,614 - £26,016) Actual salary £7,434 - £7,551 per annum
Are you a proactive, reliable team player looking to join a supportive catering team within a thriving school environment? We are seeking a General Catering Assistant to help deliver high-quality, delicious meals to students and staff across the trust.
Located in the heart of Midsomer Norton, St John’s C of E Primary School is a proud member of the Midsomer Norton Schools’ Partnership. It is a welcoming, vibrant community dedicated to providing a nurturing environment where every child feels valued. With a strong focus on high standards, well-being, and active community links, St John's prides itself on being a warm, supportive place to work and learn.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with preparing sandwiches, baguettes, salads, pre-mixes, and simple cooked items using standard industry techniques and equipment.Set up dining areas, manage queue flow, clear trays, wipe tables, and operate till systems for cashless catering and meal authorizations.Maintain high standards of food safety by washing crockery, utensils, and machinery, conducting daily temperature checks, and following Health & Safety and COSHH guidelines.Load pre-prepared meals into the school catering vehicle and deliver them to local schools when required.What We Are Looking For
Physical fitness for bending, lifting, pushing trolleys, and loading/unloading heavy delivery boxes.Ability to operate kitchen machinery safely (training provided).Strong team player with good communication skills and a friendly approach to staff and pupils.Willingness to undertake relevant training and participate in professional development.