Job Description

Food Preparation Assistant - Ref: EE08525

Salary G3 13.26 - 13.47 per hour

We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable individual to assist in the production and delivery of school meals. The successful candidate will undertake general kitchen duties including the cleaning of associated equipment. In return, we offer excellent pay rate, uniform and access to training.


We have vacancy for a Food Preparation Assistant at the following premise:

Nb The following site is classed as a dining centre therefore minimal food preparation is undertaken on site.

Short Heath Junior School

Pennine Way,
Willenhall,
West Midlands
WV12 4DS

Hours per week: 25 (38 weeks per year)


Times: 9.00am-2.00pm

-Please note that work hours are indicative of the requirements of the post. Start and end times may vary (within the hours stated) dependant on the needs of the service

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Successful applicants will hold or train for the Essential Food Hygiene Certificate.

*Special conditions
In line with FSA guidance and due to the identifiable health and safety risks involved, there is a requirement to undertake a pre-employment health questionnaire prior to commencing kitchen duties.
This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English.


Walsall Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Completion of a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Check may be required for this post.

Closing Date: 24

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October 2025

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