Kitchen Assistant

Eastern Education Group Trust; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

West Suffolk College in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to support lecturers and students in training kitchens. You will help prepare and set up practical sessions, maintain hygiene, and assist with stock management, all while ensuring a safe learning environment.

Previous kitchen experience is desirable; training can be provided. A basic understanding of food safety and teamwork, reliability, and good communication are important for success in this busy teaching setting.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, catering or hospitality experience desirable.
• Basic understanding of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Good communication skills and reliability.
• Willing to undertake training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up practical kitchen sessions.
• Clean and organise kitchen areas and equipment.
• Support students during practical activities.
• Assist with stock checks and safe storage of ingredients.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and health & safety.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

• West Suffolk College, Bury St Edmunds
• Casual contract, up to 15 hours per week (Tuesday - Friday)
• Salary: £12.73 per hour

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to support our Lecturers and students within our training kitchens. You will help prepare and set up practical kitchen sessions, clean and organise kitchen areas and equipment, support students during practical activities and help maintain high standards of food hygiene, Food Safety and Health & Safety. You will also assist with the safe storage, labelling and rotation of ingredients, stock checks, waste disposal and ensuring kitchens are ready for teaching activities.

Previous experience working in a kitchen, catering or hospitality environment would be desirable, although training can be provided for the right candidate. You should have a basic understanding of food safety, kitchen hygiene and safe working practices, with the ability to follow instructions and procedures and maintain a clean, organised and safe environment. Good communication skills, reliability and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are important, as is a patient and supportive approach when working with students. Health and Safety or Food Safety qualifications would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining high standards and enjoys working in a busy, practical environment. You will need to be calm, organised, approachable and willing to learn, with a flexible and positive attitude towards supporting the wider department. Full training will be provided where required, and you will be expected to undertake relevant Food Safety, Health & Safety, safeguarding and other professional development training as appropriate.