Kitchen Assistant

Aramark; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for a part-time role in Leicester. Responsibilities include preparing and serving food, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting stock rotation. Ideal for someone eager to learn and work in a team. Full training provided; applicants must be 18+. Join a supportive team dedicated to high-quality service.

Benefits

4.328 weeks of paid holiday

Employee benefits portal with discounts

Online GP access

Opportunities to gain qualifications

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Prior experience in a catering or kitchen environment is a plus, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food including sandwiches and cold items.
• Assist with table clearing, service, and wash-up duties.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and front-of-house areas.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Ability to follow instructions

Teamwork

Physical fitness for bending, lifting

Job description

Overview

Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) is in the customer service business across food, facilities and uniforms, wherever people work, learn, recover, and play. United by a passion to serve, our more than 247,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and nourish the lives of millions of people in 19 countries around the world every day.

Your Aramark journey starts here.

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant

Location: WQE – University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RJ

Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only

Working Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 10:00am – 2:00pm

Working Weeks: 36 working weeks per year (plus 4.328 weeks paid holiday)

Salary: £12.21 per hour / £9,848.10 per annum

About the Role

We’re looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team at WQE in Leicester. This is a part-time, term-time only role ideal for someone seeking regular weekday hours with no weekend work. You’ll be an important part of our daily food service, helping prepare fresh food, assisting with front-of-house tasks, and ensuring all areas are kept clean and welcoming. Full training will be provided, and we support all staff in becoming multi-skilled and confident in all areas of service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food including sandwiches and cold items
• Assist with table clearing, service, and wash-up duties
• Support stock rotation and restocking of supplies
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and front-of-house areas, including sweeping and mopping
• Follow all safety and hygiene procedures to a high standard
• Contribute to a flexible and team-oriented environment

What We’re Looking For

• Must be 18 years or older
• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently when required
• Comfortable with the physical demands of the role (e.g., standing, bending, lifting)
• Prior experience in a catering or kitchen environment is a plus, but not essential – full training provided

What You’ll Get in Return

• 4.328 weeks of paid holiday
• Access to our employee benefits portal with hundreds of discounts
• Online GP access
• Opportunities to gain qualifications via apprenticeship schemes
• A supportive, structured work environment during school hours

About the Site

WQE is a vibrant and busy sixth form college located in central Leicester, serving a large student population. You'll be part of a friendly and professional catering team dedicated to providing high-quality food and service in a welcoming environment.

Looking for a role that fits around your life and still makes an impact? Apply today and become part of our kitchen team at WQE.

About Aramark

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – [e-mail]

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.