Part-Time School Caterer

We are looking for a School Caterer to prepare meals and cook for students and employees and to be responsible for the day to day provision of catering services for Reddish Hall School. The successful candidate will manage and maintain a high standard of practice and hygiene in accordance with current quality standards, in all aspects of food preparation, which will contribute to the quality of care of each pupil. The successful candidate will be required to work 10 hours per week, term time only.

Reddish Hall School is an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ school based in Greater Manchester and meets the needs of students between the ages of 5 and 16 with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.  The school provides effective support and a suitably differentiated curriculum, which enables pupils to progress and succeed to the best of their ability. We need people who are committed, motivated and enthusiastic to fill these roles and, in return, can provide a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development and a fabulous working environment.

Reddish Hall School is part of Acorn Care and Education, the second largest private sector provider of special needs education in the country operating 18 schools for children and young people who have a range of social, emotional and mental health needs and also pupils who have been diagnosed with autism or demonstrate behaviours associated with autism

 General Responsibilities

1.     To ensure the smooth preparation and delivery of catering services.

2.     To maintain standards of cleanliness, safety and hygiene of the premises and equipment and to work within the guidelines of the Health and Safety and Hygiene Regulations.

3.     To prepare, cook and serve food and beverages as directed by the Facilities Co-orindator/Headteacher.

4.     To prepare the dining and service area, hot cupboards and other equipment in the dining area and kitchen to ensure food is served efficiently and in a hygienic environment.

5.     To load dishwashers and to other catering equipment in the kitchen and dining areas.

6.     To assist in cleaning up the kitchens and catering equipment

7.     To support in ordering all necessary equipment and foodstuffs required for successful delivery

The ideal candidate will have previous catering experience. We are looking for someone with strong team working and communication skills. You will have an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people.

Acorn Care and Education are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.