Food & Nutrition Assistant

We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic and high energy Food & Nutrition Assistant to join us at The Abbey Senior School. Key responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment at all times
• Support and assist all department activities under the direction of the HOD Food and Nutrition
• Plan and prioritise work effectively
• Assist in the organisation and presentation of the Food and Nutrition classrooms
• Ensure all working areas and equipment within the department are fully prepared for practical lessons, plans for regular maintenance, hygiene and cleanliness checks are carried out and recorded as required
• Ensure the appropriate cleaning equipment is available for use and stored securely
• Ensure that all equipment is accounted for, in a safe hygienic place and replaced where necessary
• Complete appropriate administration tasks as required to include class lists, allergy registration
• Assist the students with the creation of their GCSE portfolio to include taking, editing, processing and uploading digital photographs for evidence
• Work alongside the Head of Department to deliver the Food Certificate Course
• Under the instruction of the Head of Department, undertake stock control, ordering and management
• Under the instruction of the Head of Department, undertake the preparation of materials for lessons, activities, displays and projects
• Under the instruction of the Head of Department, ensure that the kitchens are set up for practical lessons, demonstrations and activities
This is a fixed term position until August 2025. The working hours are 35 hours per week, term time only. We encourage you to open our candidate pack to see more about this position and The Abbey.