Kitchen Assistant

Randstad Education; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education staffing service is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in Peterborough to ensure students receive nutritious meals and a pleasant dining experience. Key responsibilities include preparing meals with the school cook, maintaining a safe kitchen, and creating a welcoming environment for students. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude and good reliability. This is a part-time, term-time role offering competitive pay and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Supportive team

Flexible working hours

Competitive pay rate

£300 'Refer a Friend' scheme

Qualifications

• An overwhelmingly positive attitude and a passion for providing great food.
• Exceptional reliability and punctuality, with a natural ability to work as part of a team.
• The physical stamina to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school cook to prepare and serve meals.
• Maintain the kitchen and dining environment with high food hygiene.
• Prepare dining hall to be welcoming and organised for students.
• Support cohesive school community as part of the team.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

Peterborough Based

As the new term gets underway, our school needs more than just a helper; we need a source of positive energy at the heart of our school. Randstad is searching for an exceptional Kitchen Assistant who understands that a healthy, happy lunchtime is essential for learning.

This is your opportunity to be a hero of the school day. You will ensure our children are met with delicious, nutritious food and a welcoming smile, providing the fuel and warmth they need to thrive. Your contribution is vital to the daily well-being and happiness of hundreds of pupils.

Your Role as a Kitchen Assistant:

• Collaborate with our school cook to prepare and serve wholesome, appealing meals that children love, transforming fresh ingredients into a highlight of their day.
• Maintain a spotless, safe, and efficient kitchen and dining environment, ensuring the highest levels of food hygiene and safety at all times.
• Prepare the dining hall to be a welcoming, organised space for students and play a key role in creating a smooth and pleasant lunchtime experience.
• Become a seamless part of the school team, working alongside staff to support a cohesive and successful school community.

What You Bring to the Kitchen:

• An overwhelmingly positive attitude and a passion for providing great food.
• Exceptional reliability and punctuality, with a natural ability to work as part of a team.
• The physical stamina to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• A proactive, flexible, and resilient approach to daily tasks.
• A Level 2 Food Hygiene certificate is an advantage, but not essential.
• An Enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK (support available).

The Randstad Advantage:

• Become a valued member of our supportive and friendly team.
• Enjoy a part-time, term-time role that fits perfectly around school hours and family life.
• Play a crucial role in the health and happiness of our pupils every single day.
• Receive competitive pay rate, rewarding you for your vital skills.
• Benefit from our £300 'Refer a Friend' scheme and join a supportive network of education professionals.

Ready to make lunchtime the best part of their day?

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic individual ready to make a real difference, we want to hear from you.

Apply now !

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