Kitchen Assistant

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization in Kirkwall is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for a permanent part-time role at Kirkwall Grammar School. This position involves supporting the school meal service during term time, assisting in food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining cleanliness in dining areas. Applicants must have an Elementary Food Hygiene qualification and a Level 2 PVG Disclosure for working with children. The role offers competitive pay and steady hours during term time.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Steady term time hours

Opportunity to support the school community

Qualifications

• Must hold an Elementary Food Hygiene qualification or equivalent.
• Requires a Level 2 PVG Disclosure for working with children.
• Ability to work well as part of a small, busy team.

Responsibilities

• Support the school meal service during term time.
• Assist with basic food preparation and cooking.
• Help serve meals and operate the till during service.
• Set up and clear down the dining area.
• Wash dishes and ensure cleanliness of kitchen and dining spaces.
• Follow food hygiene procedures.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Positive attitude

Education

Elementary Food Hygiene qualification or equivalent

Job description

Kirkwall Grammar School is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to support the school meal service during term time.

This is a permanent part time role for twenty seven and a half hours a week, working Monday to Thursday from 8.30am to 2.45pm and on Fridays from 8.30am to 1.30pm.

You will help with basic food preparation and cooking, assist with serving meals and operate the till during service.

You will set up and clear down the dining area, wash dishes and ensure the kitchen and dining spaces remain clean and organised.

You will follow food hygiene procedures and support a smooth, friendly and reliable mealtime service for pupils and staff.

You must hold an Elementary Food Hygiene qualification or equivalent.

This role requires a Level 2 PVG Disclosure for working in a regulated post with children.

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Sunday 14 December 2025.

You will bring a positive attitude, good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a small, busy team.

Kirkwall Grammar School offers competitive rates of pay, steady term time hours and the opportunity to support a valued service within the school community.

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