relief catering assistants

Do you have a positive approach to work and enjoy the challenge of a busy role?
We require relief staff to be able to work in all areas across the borough.
We have plenty to shout about - Doncaster is the UK's best connected location, we have many major developments in the pipeline, a vibrant urban centre with a thriving arts and cultural scene, sport and leisure attractions, wonderful green spaces and a fascinating heritage. We firmly believe, as do our partners, that Doncaster is the place to be with a bright future and ambitions ahead of it. But don't just take our word for it - anyone joining the council, can look forward to expanding their knowledge and skills in a dynamic, creative and nurturing environment while truly making a difference to the communities we serve.

We are looking to engage relief catering assistants to join friendly teams serving healthy nutritious meals in schools. You must be able to communicate effectively and have basic food preparation skills. You must be able to travel to all areas of the City as part of your role using either own transport or using public transport. Hours are 11.00 to 14.00 Monday - Friday as and when required to cover staff absences.
In return for your hard work and dedication, we can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Doncaster thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits, a generous local government pension scheme, a wide range of well-being support and development opportunities. You will also have access to a range of staff discount and benefits schemes. More information on the benefits available to you as a City of Doncaster Council employee can be found in the attached benefits book.
Please ensure you view the job summary and job profile as you will need to demonstrate in your application form how you meet the required criteria.
Shortlisting: week commencing 20th April 2026.
Interview date to be confirmed.
For further details or an informal chat please contact: Sharon Hill, Area Catering Supervisor, Tel: , or email
If you require support with completing the application or with interview skills in general, please contact the Advance team via email or visit their website for further details.
This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at
Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community where we strive to improve the quality of life for all. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share these commitments.
City of Doncaster Council is a disability confident employer committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job, are flexible when assessing people so disabled applicants have the best opportunity to demonstrate they can do the job and make reasonable adjustments as required.
Confirmation of appointment will be subject to a medical assessment.