School Catering Assistant

Role: Catering Assistant 

Academy: Outwood Academy City Fields

Start Date: 02/11/2026

Salary (Actual Salary): £14,056 to £14,275

Working Pattern: 25 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only

Temporary until August 2027

Are you energetic and thrive in a fast-paced environment, committed to supporting the delivery of high-quality meals? Join us as a Catering Assistant, working as part of a dedicated team to assist in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food and beverages as directed. This role is fundamental to the daily efficiency of the catering service, demanding strict adherence to food hygiene and safety standards.

Welcome from the Principal:

Being part of Outwood Academy City Fields means bringing high-quality opportunities and experiences to our diverse, multicultural school in the heart of Wakefield.

We seek someone who can provide meaningful engagement and help all students, staff, and visitors thrive. Anyone taking on this role should be prepared to challenge themselves to meet the needs of our diverse community.

As Ofsted noted, our actions are directed and guided by putting ‘students first.’ Leaders set a strong example of high ambition, which is mirrored by all staff. We want the very best for our pupils in whatever walk of life they engage in.

We hope you can join us on our journey!

• To view the Support Staff Recruitment Booklet, Click Here

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Holly Furness, HR Assistant, via h.furness@cityfields.outwood.com

The Catering Assistant assists in the preparation, cooking, and serving of food, producing high-standard meals on a daily basis. Duties include rigorously following food hygiene and cleanliness standards in accordance with health and safety, food hygiene, and COSHH regulations at all times. 

The assistant is responsible for washing dishes, cutlery, containers, and all catering equipment. You will clean all catering areas daily to an agreed standard, ensuring they are free from hazards. Other tasks include operating as a cashier as required and under supervision, ensuring the safe operation of kitchen equipment, and reporting all accidents or incidents.

Essential qualifications include a Level 2 or equivalent certificate in Food Hygiene, or demonstrable experience of working at that level. Experience or knowledge of working with food in a kitchen environment is required, alongside experience and understanding of customer service. Essential skills include the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. 

Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of academy child safeguarding procedures and the ability to relate to students in a pleasant manner. A willingness and ability to obtain and enhance qualifications and training is essential. Experience of working in a school environment and qualifications in Health and Safety are desirable. A satisfactory DBS check is required.