(BN) Part Time Kitchen Assistant

RAF Association; Llanfair-yn-Neubwll; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community organization in Llanfair-yn-Neubwll seeks a part-time Kitchen Assistant to join their busy catering team. The role involves assisting in meal preparation and ensuring hygiene standards for a nursery. Ideal candidates will have experience in a catering environment and must hold a Food Hygiene certificate. A rewarding opportunity to contribute to nurturing children's experiences during mealtimes. Salary is £12.26 per hour for 25 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy catering environment is desirable.
• A current Food Hygiene certificate is required (training available).
• Knowledge of Environmental Health regulations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the nursery kitchens and preparing meals.
• Safeguard children by following policies and procedures.
• Ensure hygiene standards are maintained in accordance with regulations.

Skills

Catering experience

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Overview

Part Time Kitchen Assistant

Winner – Nursery Group of the Year 2025

RAFAKidz Nursery, RAF Brize Norton, Carterton OX18 3LX

25 hours per week £12.26 per hour

11am – 4pm Monday to Friday

Our RAFAKidz family

Just like our children, our waiting lists are growing! In each of our 21 settings we create amazing experiences every day. Our staff are specially selected for their loving and caring nature, as well as their expertise. The needs of military families are unique, and at RAFAKidz we take extra care to make sure those needs are met.

For every child that comes through the doors of RAFAKidz, no matter their ability, background or circumstances you could provide experiences and opportunities that will help them be confident and reach their potential.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant. As part of the busy catering team, we would love to welcome a new colleague who can bring creativity and imagination with an abundance of great ideas to enhance mealtimes. Ideally you will have previous experience within a busy catering environment.

The key responsibilities of the role include assisting the cook in the management of the nursery kitchens, food policies, organising, preparing, and serving nursery meals in accordance with the nursery menus and individual dietary requirements. You will be a good role model to the children, demonstrating patience and encouragement and take all the necessary steps to safeguard children by following policies and procedures in place. You will be required to work 3 hours a day Monday to Friday. A current Food Hygiene certificate is a requirement for this role however we can provide training for the ideal candidate. Our Kitchen Assistants ensure hygiene and cleanliness within the kitchen is of the highest standard in accordance with Environmental Health requirements and legislation. Excellent knowledge of current legislations in Environmental Health and Food Standards Agency would be highly desirable.

Qualifications and requirements

• Previous experience in a busy catering environment (desirable)
• A current Food Hygiene certificate (required; training available)
• Good knowledge of Environmental Health and Food Standards Agency regulations (desirable)
• Ability to work as part of a team and model positive behaviour for children

Additional information

A full job description is available on our website: rafakidz.org.uk

This post requires a satisfactory, enhanced Disclosure & Barred Service (DBS) check on appointment and every three years thereafter. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders and abilities.

How to apply

Apply via our website rafakidz.org.uk

Closing date Monday 27 October; interviews are ongoing and we may close this advert early, so please do not delay in applying.