General Catering Assistant
Bradford Forster Academy, Bradford, BD4 8RG16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
01-09=2026
Closing date
1 July 2026 at 9am
Date listed
15 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- Catering, cleaning and site management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £9047.08
Additional allowances
£9047.08
General Catering Assistant job summary
Post title: General Catering Assistant
Reporting to: Chef/ Catering Manager
The following information is furnished to assist staff joining the Academy to understand and appreciate the work content of their post and the role they are to play in the organisation. However, the following points should be noted:
Whilst every endeavour has been made to outline all the duties and responsibilities of the post, a document such as this does not permit every item to be specified in detail. Broad headings therefore may have been used below; in which case all the usual associated routines are naturally included in the job description.
Main purpose
The Catering Assistant will play a key role in the smooth running of the school's kitchen and dining services by assisting in food preparation and service, including basic cooking tasks, supporting the School Chef/Catering Manager, and maintaining strict health and safety and hygiene standards. They will also be responsible for supporting the break and lunchtime service.
Duties and responsibilities
PRIME OBJECTIVE OF THE POST
To work closely with the Catering Partner in order to maximise sales, whilst ensuring that the highest standards of service are provided for students and staff alike.
Basic food preparation, general catering duties.
Customer service.
Till operation in accordance with academy procedures.
Cleaning of all areas within the business both front and back of house.
The carrying out of hygiene, health and safety policies and practices and COSHH regulations in line with the contractors documented schedules and due diligence practices.
Transportation of goods to satellite areas within the academy.
SUPERVISION AND GUIDANCE
Responsible to the Chef/Catering Manager referring complex issues for guidance but expected to work with minimal supervision and be proactive.
RANGE OF DUTIES
Basic food preparation from salads, sandwiches and cooking of hot food etc. in accordance with academy procedures.
Liaise with students and staff alike in all aspects of the service and a maintenance of excellent customer service and care.
To maintain academy property and equipment to a safe standard and that all defects are reported to your line manager.
Fixture and fittings to be cleaned in accordance with cleaning schedules.
Transportation of goods to other areas within the academy and stocking of fridges etc.
Ensure that all required health and safety and food safety procedures are followed as per standard practices.
Carry out duties and responsibilities as instructed by the Chef/Manager to meet the changing needs of the academy.
Other Specific Duties:
It is essential for all employees to demonstrate a flexible approach to undertaking tasks and responsibilities.
To contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the academy.
To participate in professional and personal development programmes as required, including training and performance review.
To be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection and safeguarding, reporting any concerns to a designated person.
To be aware of, and comply with all academy policies and procedures including health & safety; security; confidentiality; equality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate member of senior leadership team.
To appreciate and support the work of other professionals.
To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post.
NOTE
As an equal rights employer we are committed to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job role and working environment that enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.
Person Specification
Post Title: General Catering Assistant
Essential
Desirable
Evidence base
Qualifications
Good level of general education.
Formal catering qualifications
NVQ 1 or equivalent.
Food Hygiene qualification.
Application form
Interview
Experience
No formal training is required as on the job training will be provided.
Experience of working in a commercial catering operation etc.
Experience of working with children.
Application form
Interview
References
Training
Willingness to undertake training in relevant areas.
Relevant catering training.
Relevant safeguarding training.
Application form
Interview
Specialist knowledge
Knowledge of basic food preparation.
Ability to understand oral instructions.
Knowledge, understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
Ability to read and write in English.
Awareness of requirements under Health & Safety regulations.
Experience of till operation at any level
Basic numeracy skills
Application form
Interview
This Personnel SpecificationThis personnel specification describes the job requirements on which the short listing and selection decision will be based. To be selected for an interview you must be able to show that you meet all the ‘essential’ requirements for the post. The very best candidates are most likely to also meet the ‘desirable’ criteria. To ensure that the short-listing panel can make a proper assessment of your suitability for the post, please ensure that the application shows how you meet the requirements set out in the personnel specification.
General Catering Assistant
Band 3 NJC 3
Actual Salary starting at £9,047.08
Term Time Plus 1 Week
Required: 1st September 2026 or Soonest there after
Bradford Forster Academy is an 11-16 Church of England secondary Academy and part of the Bradford Diocesan Academies Trust (BDAT), a growing Christian Multi-Academy Trust based in Bradford. The Academy opened on 1 September 2015 and now has approximately 1000 students on roll. Within BDAT there is an exciting opportunity to work across a variety of growing diverse schools.
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and approachable Catering Assistant a true Kitchen Rockstar! You will promote a professional, delicious, and courteous service that is consistent with the academy’s ethos (and maybe their collective sweet tooth!).
The successful person will be a Food Prep Ninja, assisting in all kitchen operations from crafting perfect portions to ensuring our hygiene standards are sparkle-clean. You will be self-motivated, exceptionally well organised (especially when faced with a lunchtime rush!), and a fantastic team player. If you are looking to join an academy with a culture of professional learning and reflection, where your efforts fuel the future generation, then please step up to the plate—we want to hear from you!
The successful candidate will:
A good level of general education
Knowledge of basic food preparation
An ability to understand oral instructions and an ability to read and write in English
A willingness to undertake training in relevant areas (full training will be provided)
A caring approach and willingness to work with students
We can offer you:
An attractive, very well resourced working environment
Effective and supportive colleagues
Friendly and well behaved students
Opportunities for personal and professional development
Closing Date: Wednesday 1st July 2026
For full details, application form with information pack, please visit the MyNewTerm website
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
‘Everyone working in or for our school service shares an objective to help keep
children and young people safe and promote each child’s welfare by
contributing to:
• providing a safe environment for children and young people to learn
and develop in our school setting, and
• identifying children and young people who are suffering or likely to
suffer significant harm, and taking appropriate action with the aim of
making sure they are kept safe both at home and in our school setting’
BFA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its students.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Bradford Forster Academy
- School type
- Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 969 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Bradford Forster Academy website
Bradford Forster Academy, which opened in September 2015 as a new 11-16 Church of England Academy, as part of the new Bradford Diocesan Academies Trust. We currently have 1033 students on roll from years 7 to 11 and Summer 2020 saw our first cohort of students successfully completing their time with us and going on to take up a wide range of local and national Post-16 courses and positions.
Bradford Forster Academy is an exceptional school with high aspirations and ambition for our young people.
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