Kitchen Assistant

Kellan Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Immediate starts

Ongoing assignments

Flexible work

Dedicated recruitment support

Great working environments

Job summary

Berkeley Scott is recruiting Kitchen Assistants to work in schools across Birmingham. The role involves assisting with food preparation, meal service, and supporting catering teams to maintain hygiene and a smooth service during busy periods.

Ideal candidates have kitchen experience and hold or are willing to obtain Level 2 Food Safety and Food Allergy Awareness certificates. Weekly pay and flexible ongoing assignments are offered by the Berkeley Scott team.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or catering experience.
• Enhanced DBS check suitable for working in a school environment.
• Two professional references or as required by client

Responsibilities

• Assisting with basic food preparation and meal service.
• Supporting chefs and catering staff during busy lunch periods.
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Washing dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Following food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.
• Assisting with stock rotation and safe food storage.
• Keeping workstations clean, organised and ready for service.
• Working efficiently as part of a busy catering team.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety awareness

Team player

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Food Allergy Awareness Certificate

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Kitchen Assistant - School Catering | Birmingham

£14.00-£15.00 per hour | Weekly Pay | Immediate Start | Ongoing Opportunities

Berkeley Scott is recruiting experienced Kitchen Assistants to work in schools across Birmingham.

We are looking for reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic individuals to join our school catering teams, supporting the preparation and service of nutritious meals in busy educational environments.

If you have previous kitchen or catering experience, enjoy working as part of a team and are looking for flexible, rewarding work with competitive rates of pay, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: £14.00-£15.00 per hour

• Weekly pay: Get paid regularly and reliably

• Immediate starts: Opportunities available now

• Ongoing assignments: Regular school catering opportunities

• Flexible work: Opportunities to suit your availability

• Dedicated support: A friendly and experienced Berkeley Scott recruitment team

• Great working environments: Join welcoming and professional school kitchen teams

Your Responsibilities

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the school kitchen.

Your duties will include:

• Assisting with basic food preparation and meal service

• Supporting chefs and catering staff during busy lunch periods

• Maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene

• Washing dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment

• Following food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures

• Assisting with stock rotation and safe food storage

• Keeping workstations clean, organised and ready for service

• Working efficiently as part of a busy catering team

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Previous experience working in a kitchen or catering environment

• Enhanced DBS check suitable for working in a school environment

• Two professional references

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate, or willingness to obtain one

• Food Allergen Awareness Certificate, or willingness to obtain one

• A good understanding of food hygiene and safe working practices

• A reliable, punctual and professional approach

• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

• Good communication skills and a positive attitude

Previous experience in school catering, contract catering or high-volume food service would be advantageous.

Why Join Berkeley Scott?

Berkeley Scott is an established hospitality and catering recruitment specialist, connecting experienced professionals with opportunities across the industry.

We understand the importance of finding work that suits your skills and availability, and our dedicated team is here to support you throughout your assignments.