Job Ref No. ECC3790-124S Position Type: Catering Pay Range: Scale 2 (point 4 - 5)
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 23/10/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: W.C. 2.11.26  

Job Description

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The key areas of responsibility are as follows:

Assist, as directed, with all aspects of the preparation of food and beverages to the standards required by the school
Undertake washing up and all other aspects of cleaning equipment (light and heavy) on a daily basis
Serve pupils and staff from the counter or trolley
Maintain high standards of kitchen and personal hygiene

Duties:

The preparation and simple cooking of food & beverages.
Serving customers at the counter/hatch or from a trolley or kiosk as required.
To undertake all aspects of cleaning equipment (light and heavy), walls (up to 6ft.) floors, fixtures and fittings, cooking utensils, cutlery, glassware etc. as directed.
During service times, to ensure that tables and counters are as clean as reasonably practicable and adequately stocked.
To maintain a high standard of personal and general cleanliness and hygiene to comply with statutory and school regulations.
To attend training activities and/or meetings as required.
To report any customer comments or complaints and take any necessary remedial action if appropriate.
Report immediately any accidents, fire, theft, loss, damage, unfit food, or other irregularities and take such action as may be appropriate or possible.
The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required by the Headteacher to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills and grade.

General

To participate in the performance and development review process, taking personal responsibility for identification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with line manager.
To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in the workplace.
To ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the School's Equal Opportunities Policy.
St Francis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

Contractual information:

Total number of hours: 19.5 hours a week

Total number of weeks: Term time plus inset

Pay scale: scale 2 (point 4 - 5)

Information about the School

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS check, medical clearance and references are required for appointment to this post.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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Information about the school

Contact Information

Mrs N Hanlon
St Francis Catholic Primary School
Gilchrist Way, Braintree
Essex, CM7 2SY
Telephone: 01376 320440
Email: office@st-francis.essex.sch.uk

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