General Kitchen Assistant

General Kitchen Assistant

Location:

Oasis Academy Harpur Mount, Alfred St, Harpurhey, Manchester M9 5XR
Pay: £13.45 per hour
Hours: 16 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday–Friday, 10:15am–13:15pm
Contract: Term Time Only – 39 weeks, Permanent, Part Time

Join a Busy School Catering Team

Are you an experienced General Kitchen Assistant/ Catering Assistant looking for a role that fits around your family life while allowing you to continue doing what you do best?

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic General Kitchen Assistant to join our busy catering team at Oasis Academy Harpur Mount. This role is ideal for someone with previous experience in school catering, contract catering, hospitality, or food service environments who enjoys working in a fast-paced setting and takes pride in delivering excellent food and customer service.

Our lunchtime service is busy and demanding, serving large numbers of students within a short period of time. We are therefore seeking someone who can remain calm under pressure, work efficiently as part of a team, and maintain high standards of food safety and presentation throughout service.

What You’ll Do

• Supporting the preparation and service of nutritious school meals
• Serving food efficiently during busy lunch periods
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the kitchen and dining areas
• Replenishing food counters and service points during service
• Receiving and storing deliveries appropriately
• Following all food hygiene, allergen, and health & safety procedures
• Supporting the wider catering team to ensure a smooth and efficient service
• Providing a friendly and professional service to students, staff, and visitors

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working within catering, hospitality, food service, or a school kitchen environment
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Understanding of food hygiene and safe working practices
• Positive attitude and willingness to support the team
• Food Hygiene Certificate (Desirable)
• Experience serving high volumes of customers during busy service periods (Desirable)

What We Offer

Working with Sodexo is more than a job — it’s a chance to be part of a team where you’re valued and supported. We’re committed to helping our colleagues grow, feel well and succeed.

You’ll have access to wellbeing and mental health support, an Employee Assistance Programme for everyday advice and guidance, and a wellbeing app with rewards for healthy living and access to a 24/7 virtual GP.

We also offer colleague discounts for you, your friends and family, financial wellbeing tools, a retirement plan and life assurance. Alongside competitive pay, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities, volunteering initiatives, a Cycle to Work scheme, and a supportive working environment — with full training and uniform provided.

Additional Information

Term Time Only – Equated Pay
This role works 39 weeks per year. Your salary will be paid in equal monthly instalments across 12 months, meaning you receive consistent pay throughout the year, including during school closure periods.

Further details will be provided during the interview process.

Sodexo and our clients are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Certain roles will require applicants to undergo appropriate screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications

Ready to be part of something greater?

Apply today and start your journey with Sodexo.