We are seeking a candidate to join our catering team during term time to assist in the preparation and service of snacks and lunch to approx. 135 pupils (age 8-18) and staff, and dinner to a total of approx. 15.

You will have the ability to work as part of a long established team but also be able to work independently. You must have the appropriate catering qualifications or proven work experience in a catering field. 

Own transport is required as there is no public transport available.

Hours: Term Time only (34 weeks):

37.5 hours per week (30 min unpaid lunchbreak)

Subject to rota. Midweek M-F 10.30am–6.30pm or M-W with duty weekend split shift (14 per year): Saturdays & Sundays: 8.30am-1.30pm plus 3.00pm-6pm

Pay: Hourly Rate £12.35/Inclusive Hourly Rate £14.14

Actual Annual Salary £18,035.75 (including paid holiday entitlement at 14.54% - 5 weeks plus Bank Holidays pro rata) paid in 12 equal monthly instalments

Pay review pending Sep 2024

Benefits: Group Personal Pension Plan, Meals and Refreshments on Duty during term time, Counselling Service, Cycle to Work Scheme, On-Site Parking, Personal Accident Insurance, Discretionary Annual Bonus Award, Fee Remission

Accountable To: Catering Manager

Probation Period: One Term

Contract: Permanent

Special Terms: Occasional evening and weekend working may be required.

How to Apply

Please complete the Application Form including a supporting statement explaining what attracts you to the post and details the skills and experience you would bring to it. 

Your application can be submitted by email, hr@slindoncollege.co.uk or by post for the attention of the HR Officer.

We are happy to accommodate tours prior to application. Please contact the HR Officer to book.

Slindon College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. We will carry out reference checks and an enhanced DBS check before making an appointment along with other relevant employment checks.