General Assistant

Description:

Birmingham City Council’s award-winning Cityserve catering service is recruiting a General Assistant (Catering Assistant) to join its team at Worlds End Junior School, Birmingham. Cityserve is dedicated to providing fresh, nutritious meals to pupils while ensuring their health and wellbeing remain central to everything we do.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who want a term-time role that fits around family life, while making a direct impact on children’s education and wellbeing.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking meals for pupils.

• Support the smooth running of all kitchen services.

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen.

• Set up the dining room, tables, and furniture before meal times.

• Attend required training sessions (both classroom and online).

• Ensure all dietary needs and allergen requirements are strictly followed.

Requirements & Essential Criteria

• Food Safety Level 2 Certificate is required.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

• Enthusiasm, reliability, and a positive “can do” attitude.

• Previous experience in catering or food service desirable but not essential.

• Ability to speak fluent spoken English (as required under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016).

Additional Information

• Contract Type: Permanent, Part-time.

• Hours: 12.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 11:15am – 1:45pm, term-time only).

• Salary: Grade 1, £24,413 – £24,796 pro rata (Living Wage Employer).

• Location: Worlds End Junior School, Birmingham.

• DBS Check: Required.

• Proof of Right to Work in the UK required before employment confirmation.

Inclusion & Diversity

Birmingham City Council is a Disability Confident Leader and is committed to employing, retaining, and developing a diverse workforce. We welcome applicants with caring responsibilities and will consider flexible working options.

Reasonable adjustments and additional support will be provided during the recruitment process for candidates who require it.