General Kitchen Assistant

Carlton Academy Trust; Bradford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Carlton Cares programme

Job summary

Carlton Academy Trust in West Yorkshire is seeking a dedicated General Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team. You will help prepare, cook and serve meals, support hygiene and safety, and keep dining areas clean and welcoming for pupils and staff.

The role is ten hours per week during term time plus five additional days, with DBS checks required and a commitment to safeguarding. We offer a supportive, values-driven environment where colleagues are encouraged to grow and contribute to

Qualifications

• Reliable and flexible with good communication, able to work in a team and independently.
• Willingness to learn and follow hygiene and safety procedures.
• Commitment to safeguarding pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation, cooking and serving of meals.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in all kitchen areas.
• Keep dining areas clean, welcoming and well organised.
• Assist with general kitchen duties under the guidance of the Catering Manager.

Skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication

Teamwork

Independent worker

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated and proactive General Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team, working ten hours per week during term time plus five additional days. The role involves supporting the preparation, cooking and serving of meals, maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety, ensuring dining areas are clean and welcoming, and assisting with general kitchen duties under the guidance of the Catering Manager. This position requires someone who is reliable, flexible, able to communicate effectively, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team while contributing to a positive experience for our pupils and staff.

If you share our ambition, we would love to hear from you. Join us on our journey to deliver exceptional education and achieve our vision of 'Excellence for All'.

The Trust has adopted the principles of Safer Recruitment and will safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to do the same. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and subscribe to the DBS update service.

Carlton Academy Trust is a dynamic, values-driven multi-academy trust based in West Yorkshire. Established in 2019, with schools across Bradford and Leeds. Recognised as a World Class Trust by the World Class Schools Quality Mark, we are united by a clear vision: "Excellence for All".

Why Join Us?

At Carlton Academy Trust, people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud to foster an open, collaborative culture where every member of staff is empowered to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact. We invest in professional growth, provide clear career pathways, and celebrate success at every level.

What makes us stand out:

Employee wellbeing is extremely important to us, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive employee benefits package through the 'Carlton Cares' programme, designed to support physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Full details can be found at