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Kitchen Assistant

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy

Canterbury

On-site

GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Temporary Catering Assistant to support a busy kitchen team in an educational setting. This role is essential for ensuring students receive nutritious meals during lunchtime service. Responsibilities include food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and delivering excellent customer service. If you have an Enhanced DBS certificate and a passion for catering, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a positive dining experience for students. Join a dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of young learners!

Qualifications

  • Valid Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Child Barring Service is essential.
  • Previous catering experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with food preparation and serving in a busy kitchen.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen environment.
  • Provide excellent customer service to students and staff.

Skills

Food Hygiene
Customer Service
Teamwork
Communication Skills
Punctuality

Job description

Temporary Catering Assistant Canterbury (Enhanced DBS on the Child Barring Service is Required)

Hours: Monday & Friday, 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Pay: £13.00 phr including holiday pay + Weekly pay

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Temporary Catering Assistant to join a busy catering team within an educational setting in Canterbury. This role is crucial in supporting the smooth running of the kitchen during lunchtime service, ensuring students receive nutritious and timely meals.

Key Responsibilities:
  1. Assisting with the preparation and serving of food and beverages.
  2. Maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, including washing dishes, cleaning surfaces, and sweeping floors.
  3. Assisting with basic food preparation tasks as directed by the catering manager.
  4. Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
  5. Providing excellent customer service to students and staff.
  6. Adhering to all school policies and procedures.
  7. General kitchen duties as required.
Essential Requirements:
  1. Valid Enhanced DBS Certificate on the Child Barring Service (essential).
  2. Previous experience working in a catering or food service environment (desirable).
  3. A good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.
  4. Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  6. Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
  7. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  8. Availability to work Mondays and Fridays, 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM.

If you have an enhanced DBS certificate on the child baring service and you can commute to Canterbury, please click to apply!

Job ID: BG0082 INDCATERING

Location: Canterbury

Job Title: Catering Assistant

Consultant: Beckie

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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