Job Description
Catering Assistant
St. Francis' College
Hours of Work: Tuesday to Friday, 9:30am to 2:30pm and Sunday, 4:00pm to 7:00pm (23 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent / Part Time / Term Time Only (36 Weeks per Year)
Salary: £13,319.30 per annum
Start Date: 1 December 2026
Location: St. Francis' College, Letchworth Garden City
St. Francis' College is looking to appoint a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our friendly Catering Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced catering professional who enjoys working in a busy environment and takes pride in providing high-quality food service to pupils, staff, and visitors.
The role will involve supporting the day-to-day operation of the school kitchen, including food preparation, service, cleaning, and maintaining high standards of food hygiene, health and safety, and customer care.
Located in the heart of Letchworth Garden City, St. Francis' College has been providing an exceptional education for girls for over 85 years and is renowned for its academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and wide range of extracurricular opportunities.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has previous experience working in a catering, hospitality, or food service environment.
• Has a good understanding of food hygiene, health and safety requirements, and safe working practices within a kitchen environment.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people within a school setting.
• Enjoys working as part of a team in a busy and fast-paced environment.
• Has a positive, flexible, and proactive approach to work.
• Takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and maintaining high standards.
• Is reliable, punctual, and well presented.
• Can communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and visitors.
This role would suit an experienced Catering Assistant with a background in catering or hospitality who is looking to work in a rewarding school environment, supporting the day-to-day provision of high-quality catering services for students and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist with the preparation, presentation, and serving of meals and refreshments to students, staff, and visitors.
• Maintain excellent standards of food hygiene, cleanliness, and health and safety at all times.
• Support the smooth running of the kitchen and dining areas, ensuring a welcoming and efficient service.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and appropriately in accordance with training and guidance.
• Assist with stock rotation, storage, receipt of deliveries, and replenishment of supplies.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and catering equipment as required and ensure work areas are kept clean and tidy.
• Adhere to all food safety, allergen management, health and safety, and school procedures.
• Support the wider school community by assisting with hospitality requirements and occasional school events.
• Promote and uphold the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people in accordance with school policies and procedures.
To apply, please complete an application form at:
https://applicant.website/i/65A755/vacancy-info/0000001424
For further information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Danni Joyce at danielle@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk
Closing Date for Applications: 31 October 2026
Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and will interview suitable candidates as applications are received.
St Francis’ College is totally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).