Kitchen Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Grantham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Kitchen Assistant at Stretton Shires School, where you will support the Cook and ensure high standards of food preparation and hygiene. Enjoy a 4-Day Working Week while making a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Physical health checks

Discount options

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Paid fertility treatments

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Hygiene or willing to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cook and manage catering services in their absence.
• Maintain hygiene standards in food preparation.
• Assist with food preparation and cooking activities.

Skills

Food Hygiene

Job description

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or the equivalent).

4DWW will be rolled out within our school when we have a full complement of staff, within the next year - so there's never been a more exciting time to join us!

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant

Location: Stretton Shires School, Stretton, Rutland, LE15 7GT

Salary: GBP13,937.50 per annum (GBP12.50 p/h)

Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9.00am - 2.00pm

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

As part of our continued growth, we now have a fantastic opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant to join our close-knit team at Stretton Shires School.

About the role

To support the Cook on a day-to-day basis and, in the absence of the Cook, be responsible for the day-to-day management of the catering services.

Maintain a high standard of practice and hygiene in accordance with current quality standards, in all aspects of food preparation, which will contribute to the quality of care of each student.

Contribute to the provision of an effective and smooth catering service through preparation, cooking, and serving of food and beverages, as directed and in line with established procedures/guidance.

Assist the School Cook in food preparation and cooking activities, such as cleaning, cutting, chopping, and peeling food ingredients. Operate a range of kitchen equipment, following training, and be able to suggest new ideas towards the design and planning of seasonal menus in line with the School Food Plan.

Essential

• Level 2 Food Hygiene or willing to work towards

About us

Set in the heart of the Rutland countryside, Stretton Shires School is an independent day and residential school catering for autistic young people and those with associated needs, offering specialist secondary education for pupils aged 11 - 18.

Established in 2005 as a residential home and school, we are currently growing our day pupil numbers, meaning we constantly need to recruit passionate and dedicated staff to support our growth aspirations.

Our aim for the young people coming to Stretton Shires is quite simple; we want every young person to progress developmentally, educationally, and socially. We want them to develop an understanding of themselves and to experience what success feels like. Through these actions, we can equip every young person with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.

For over 16 years, Options Autism has provided care and education to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.

We are proud to be recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year in 2024.

Why join Options Autism?

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• 'Your Wellbeing Matters' - access to mental health support services and physical health checks

And through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, you can choose benefits that suit you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatments

Our focus on the outcomes for pupils and vulnerable young adults means your role will have a meaningful impact on their lives.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

You will work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time for personal pursuits. This 4DWW is subject to successful probation and is not a contractual benefit.