Kitchen Assistant

Berkeley Scott Limited; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

School-friendly hours

Job summary

Berkeley Scott Limited is recruiting reliable General Assistants to support school catering in Henley-on-Thames and surrounding areas. The role offers flexible, school-friendly daytime hours with immediate starts and ongoing temporary placements across local schools.

Pay ranges from £13.00 to £14.80 per hour, depending on school and shift requirements. A DBS check for the Child Workforce is required before starting, with full DBS preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous catering, hospitality, kitchen, or customer service experience is beneficial.
• You must hold a valid Enhanced DBS for the Child Workforce and be willing to undergo the check.
• Be reliable, punctual and able to work well within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with food preparation and serving meals.
• Setting up and clearing dining areas.
• Operating tills where required.
• Washing up and maintaining kitchen cleanliness.
• Supporting chefs and catering teams with daily tasks.
• Following food hygiene and health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Catering experience

Positive attitude

Team player

Good communication

Job description

This temporary Kitchen Assistant role with Berkeley Scott supports school catering across Henley-on-Thames and nearby areas including Reading, Maidenhead, Marlow and Wallingford. Working hours are flexible and school-friendly, suiting those seeking adaptable shifts, with immediate starts available. Duties include assisting with food preparation, serving meals, and setting up or clearing dining areas. Reliability and a helpful attitude matter, alongside comfort working within a catering team. Pay ranges from £13.00 to £14.80 per hour, varying by school, assignment, location, experience and shift pattern. The contract is temporary, offered through Berkeley Scott Education, with placements based in educational settings throughout the region.

General Assistant - Henley-on-Thames andamp; Surrounding Areas School Catering | Flexible Work Available | Immediate Starts

Berkeley Scott Education is currently recruiting reliable and enthusiastic General Assistants to work within schools and educational settings across Henley-on-Thames, Reading, Maidenhead, High Wycombe, Marlow, Wallingford and the surrounding areas . This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking for flexible work, school-friendly hours, and the chance to be part of a supportive catering team. Pay Rate andpound;13.00 - andpound;14.80 per hour , depending on the school, assignment, location, experience, and shift requirements.

The Role

• Assisting with food preparation and serving meals
• Setting up and clearing dining areas
• Operating tills where required
• Washing up and maintaining kitchen cleanliness
• Supporting chefs and catering teams with daily tasks
• Following food hygiene and health andamp; safety procedures at all times

What We''re Looking For

• Previous catering, hospitality, kitchen, or customer service experience is beneficial
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Good communication skills and professional presentation

Essential Safeguarding Requirement

• You must hold a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate for the Child Workforce , preferably on the Update Service,
• Be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Child Workforce check before starting work.
• Please note: Basic DBS, Standard DBS, or Adult Workforce DBS certificates are not suitable for these positions.
• A Child Workforce Enhanced DBS is required to work within school settings.

What's On Offer

• Competitive pay of andpound;13.00 - andpound;14.80 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Flexible shifts to suit your availability Monday to Friday opportunities
• School-friendly daytime hours
• Ongoing temporary and long-term assignments
• Opportunities to work across a variety of schools in the local area
• Support from a dedicated Berkeley Scott Education consultant

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