School Kitchen Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Wealden; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant to join their team on a part-time basis. This role involves preparing high-quality food, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring safety standards in a dynamic kitchen environment. The position offers opportunities for growth within a supportive company that values its employees.

Qualifications

• Desire to succeed in the role.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality, delicious food for clients.
• Maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Assisting with deliveries and supply vehicles.

Skills

Team Player

Time Management

Flexibility

Reliability

Job description

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Kitchen Assistant - Part Time

We're seeking a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant to join our team at Chartwells on a part-time basis, working 10 hours per week. You will be a vital part of a team that takes pride in their food, brand, and most importantly, their people. We offer opportunities for growth within a company that invests in its employees, celebrates individuality, and recognizes those who go above and beyond.

Shift patterns: Other

Note: This role is contracted for 43 weeks per year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing high-quality, delicious food that delights our clients and customers
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen and surrounding areas
• Ensuring proper use of all machinery and equipment
• Assisting with loading and unloading deliveries and supply vehicles
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Adhering to Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Following Health & Safety regulations
• Managing pressure, prioritizing tasks, and communicating effectively at all levels
• Being an excellent team player
• Maintaining a committed and organized approach
• Having a desire to succeed in your role
• Working effectively under pressure
• Being flexible to work shifts
• Demonstrating exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over 25 years, we've focused on helping those in education build strong bodies, sharp minds, and lead healthy lives. We serve millions of nutritious and delicious meals weekly across primary and secondary schools, colleges, and universities in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employment offers are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and Children’s Barred List check. This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability for working with children.

Job Reference: com/2005/72871001/52698732/R/BU #State Schools

At Compass Group UK&I, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone can be themselves and have equal opportunities to advance. We celebrate the diverse talents, backgrounds, and abilities of our team members, aiming to create a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive—because diversity is our strength!