Kitchen Assistant

Rugby School; Kilsby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Rugby School is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join the Catering Team, providing nutritious meals to children, staff and visitors. The successful candidate will support daily operations, maintain hygiene standards, and contribute to a safe dining environment.

Full training on safeguarding and food safety will be provided; previous kitchen experience is beneficial. The role is 35 hours per week, with a caring approach to working with pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• Strong hygiene and safety practices in a food preparation environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and follow school safeguarding procedures.
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals to children, staff and visitors.
• Work as part of the Catering Team to support the school community.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and food safety.
• Be flexible and reliable to meet the kitchen's demands.

Skills

Hygiene

Safety practices

Communication

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Job description

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, social media checks (including the dark web) and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are key facets of our core ethos that 'the Whole Person is the Whole point'. Find out more here:

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Old Buckenham Hall School. You'll join the Catering Team in producing and serving nutritious meals to children, staff and visitors, contracted to 35 hours per week.

Our ideal candidate would be able to have a positive and enthusiastic attitude with a willingness to learn, a good understanding of hygiene and safety practices in a food preparation environment. In a kitchen environment excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working as part of the school a caring and patient nature with a genuine interest in supporting children is needed and being physically fit for the demands of the role, including lifting and carrying. Previous experience in working in a kitchen is beneficial.

All staff, contractors, volunteers have a responsibility and duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of pupils. Staff must be aware of the systems within the School which support safeguarding and must act in accordance with the School's Safeguarding & Child Protection policy and Code of Conduct. Staff will receive appropriate child protection training which is regularly updated.

Please Note

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, social media checks (including the dark web) and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are key facets of our core ethos that 'the Whole Person is the Whole point'. Find out more here:

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.

Charity Registration Number 528752

Please note that in accordance with KCSIE Guidance the Rugby School Group may undertake online searches as part of due diligence for shortlisted candidates.