General Assistant

Location: Wimborne Minster

Salary: £12,054 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent

We’re looking for a reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic General Assistant to join our catering team.

Working as part of a friendly team, you’ll help ensure our catering and service areas are kept clean, safe and well-presented, while supporting the smooth delivery of food and beverage services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness across catering areas
• Assisting with food and beverage service, clearing tables and servery areas
• Washing kitchen utensils and crockery
• Supporting basic food preparation and stock replenishment
• Completing cleaning rotas and checklists
• Reporting any equipment issues or spillages
• Following health, safety and hygiene procedures
• Supporting and coaching new team members
• Attending relevant training and working flexibly across the school site when required

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has good literacy and numeracy skills
• Has previous experience in a similar environment (desirable)
• Has excellent communication and attention to detail
• Can follow instructions and work effectively under pressure
• Is a positive team player with a willingness to learn
• Takes pride in their work and can meet deadlines and targets
• Is flexible and reliable
• Holds a full driving licence for full-time positions

If you’re enthusiastic, dependable and take pride in delivering high standards, we’d love to hear from you!

Early applications are very much encouraged. We will review and shortlist candidates on an ongoing basis and may close the vacancy once the right candidate has been identified. Candidates are therefore advised to submit their applications promptly to avoid disappointment.

Canford School is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Canford School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All successful job applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Canford School, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.