Kitchen Assistant

Elior Uk; Orston; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working

Holidays aligned to school calendar

Leave for life’s moments

Volunteering days

Career development

Pension and life cover

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Orston Primary School is seeking a part-time kitchen assistant as part of Elior UK’s Taylor Shaw team. You will help prepare meals for students and staff and support the catering team to ensure smooth service during term time.

The role offers 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 11:30am to 1:30pm, with DBS checks required for safeguarding. This is a great chance to contribute to healthy school meals and develop in a friendly, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• A positive outlook and welcoming environment for students and staff.
• Dependability and good organisation within a busy school catering setting.
• Willingness to learn and support the wider team.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in preparing meals for students and staff.
• Support the catering team to keep service seamless and efficient.
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming work environment.

Skills

Positive outlook

Dependability

Organised

Job description

Monday - Friday | 11:30am - 1:30pm | 10 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only

Part Time

Orston, England, NG13 9NS

£12.71 per hour

Taylor Shaw – Great Food, Bright Futures

At Orston Primary School, part ofTaylor Shaw, we believe healthy food fuels young minds, and we’re passionate about serving delicious, nutritious meals in schools and colleges across the UK. Every meal is fresh, sustainable, and packed with goodness – because we know young people deserve the best.

Elior is committed to safeguarding children and colleagues. Candidates that are shortlisted for this role, will be required to have an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including Children's Barred List, and two suitable references.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Play a key role in preparing delicious meals, nourishing our students and staff
• Jump into action, supporting the catering team to keep service seamless and efficient
• Champion a clean, safe and welcoming work environment

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday | 11:30am - 1:30pm | 10 Hours Per Week | Term Time Only

Job ID: 7370

The ingredients you’ll bring:

• A positive outlook helping to create a welcoming environment
• Dependability and good organisation within a fast-paced setting
• An eagerness to learn, develop, and support your wider team

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - Flexibility around family life with holidays that match the school calendar.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? Toenrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here!Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!