King Edward VII School
Sheffield, South Yorkshire

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Posted: 06 July 2026
Closing Date: 01 September 2026

King Edward VII is seeking to appoint a Catering Assistant to join our dedicated catering team, helping to provide a high-quality, nutritious, and welcoming food service for the users of our School.

Catering Assistant

Grade 1 - Pts 3 £25,948 per annum, pro rata including the Living Wage Supplement

(£13,223 actual salary)

22.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Hours 9.30am to 2.00pm, Monday to Friday

Permanent contract

Required ASAP

The successful candidate will play a vital role in the day-to-day running of our school food outlets. This post is based at the Lower School site on Darwin Lane.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the preparation, cooking, and serving of a variety of food and drink.
• Serving students at break and lunch times
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, including daily washing up and working as part of a team to clean all kitchen and service areas.
• Assisting with periodic deep cleaning of food preparation areas.
• Operating an electronic till system and to undertake cash handling as and when required
• Supervision of students in the dining hall

The Successful Candidate will be able to:

• Communicate effectively with other employees, students, and the wider school community.
• Be reliable, punctual, and presentable.
• Work effectively as part of a team and use their own initiative when required.
• Demonstrate an awareness of Health and Safety and Food Hygiene policies.
• Understand the needs of the School in prioritising workload during busy service times.
• Show a willingness to undertake any relevant training provided.