Derbyshire County Council
Catering Assistant (Gorseybrigg Primary School)
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Catering Assistant – Gorseybrigg Primary School
Closing date: 05 July 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join award-winning Derbyshire Catering Service.
About the Role
Are you passionate about food and enjoy working as part of a team? We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to support and contribute to Gorseybrigg Primary School’s dedicated kitchen team based at Balmoral Crescent, Dronfield, S18 8ZY.
Under the guidance of the kitchen supervisor, you will provide essential assistance across catering operations. This role involves flexible duties, including:
- Operating at production units or serving units
- Food preparation and cooking
- Maintaining portion control
- Ensuring allergen compliance
- Preparing dining areas for service
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Our Catering Assistants are the key point of connection with hungry students—ensuring every meal served reflects our commitment to quality and safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting in the preparation and cooking of meals
- Handling portion control, packaging, and meal presentation
- Upholding strict food hygiene standards and health & safety regulations
- Serving meals to pupils in a professional, courteous manner
- Maintaining cleanliness and organisation within dining spaces
- Representing the team with a school-friendly attitude
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Essential Requirements
- A strong team player mentality with a passion for catering
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic school environment
- Commitment to adhering to strict health & safety and food hygiene regulations
- Willingness to physically support all duties in a fast-paced kitchen
Benefits
- Successful candidates will be required to complete an NVQ Food Hygiene Certificate before appointment.
- Opportunity to join a supportive, award-winning team in a meaningful role
- Qualification toward progression into senior catering positions
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