School caterers are hard working, and they need to be to get though hundreds of dinners and it is certainly not an easy job. You have to be able to time dishes to perfection, and make sure queues are minimal, because students will want to spend some of their time with their friends, rather than waiting in an extremely long line for the most part of their lunch.

Preparation is key to a successful day in a school canteen, and you have to make sure there’s something for every individual, whether they’re vegetarians, coeliacs, vegans or individuals with other allergies.

Food should always be served hot and there is a lot of pressure on caterers to get meals correct for teachers and kids, and it’s a job that certainly takes a lot of practice.