Senior Catering Assistant

Job Title: Senior Catering Assistant

Salary: £24,850 (pro rata £21,337 -Fixed point per annum)

Location: Huddersfield

Hours and Weeks per Year: 37 hours, 38 weeks per year

At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors.

Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you’ll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others.

We’re already a successful college, but we’re continually striving to be better and do better – be part of our story!

The role of Senior Catering Assistant, is based at our Waterfront Campus in Huddersfield.  Supporting and working with the Catering Supervisor, your focus will be on taking the lead in the kitchen on providing a world class and welcoming yet professional approach to providing students and staff with a high standard of quality food which is a varied menu offer, healthy, meets a wide range of dietary requirements, and is value for money.

Your key responsibilities will be to accept deliveries and place orders with the central catering stores; prepare, cook, present and serve food and drinks, ensuring that there are sufficient amounts, variety and quality of foods, whilst adhering to menus; keep the kitchen and refectory in a clean, hygienic and acceptable condition; ensuring that all payment transactions and recording is in line with college requirements and regulations.  Working as part of a team and having excellent customer service skills is integral to the role.

A current Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate is essential, as is demonstrable experience of working in a fast paced kitchen as well as front of house, customer focused catering role. Be able to plan and prioritise multiple tasks, be organised. Working to support the Catering Supervisor. It’s important that you’re able to communicate effectively and engage with young people and staff alike. Your key responsibilities will include accepting deliveries and assisting with the central catering stores; prepare, cook, present and serve food and drinks; keep the kitchen, refectory and yourself in a clean, hygienic and acceptable standard, following Health & Safety requirements. Working as part of and inspiring a team, and having excellent customer service skills is integral to the role.

It’s important that you’re able to communicate effectively with staff and students alike, engaging easily with our students, and be able to clearly demonstrate our college values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence in your role.

Be able to demonstrate our College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence in your role.

Due to the nature of our work, it’s essential you’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We believe learning is not just for our students: it’s an important part of working here too.  Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. You’ll also have access to a range of staff benefits including an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.

We want people who believe in the value of education, and who can contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another.

Term time only staff who start mid year will have their initial salary payments calculated based on actual weeks worked and the number of pay dates between the beginning of employment and the end of the academic year.

Closing Date: 28th September 2025

(We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)

Proposed Interview Date:

“TO APPLY (both External and Internal applicants): Head to our website, download and complete a copy of the “Kirklees College Application Form” before clicking “Apply” on our website – you will need to attach your completed form as your application.”

If you have any queries about the role or the application process please contact hrenquiry@kirkleescollege.ac.uk Please check your emails regularly during the recruitment process (including spam and junk folders) as this is how you will be contacted once you have applied.

As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individuals’ sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work-life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Department for Education.