Kitchen Assistant at Heron Hall Academy

Heron Hall Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Heron Hall Academy in Greater London is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to support the daily running of our school kitchen, assist with food preparation and service, and uphold high standards of hygiene.

You will ensure allergen safety for pupils and staff, follow menus and procedures, and work as part of a friendly catering team committed to safeguarding and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in busy kitchen, catering or food preparation.
• 1
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety.
• 2
• Ability to follow menus, recipes and portion controls.
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• Awareness of allergens and dietary requirements.
• 4
• Able to use basic kitchen equipment safely.
• 5
• Maintain high cleanliness and hygiene standards.
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• Able to stay efficient and calm during busy service.
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• Professional communication with pupils and staff.
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• Reliable, punctual and a team player.
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• Safeguarding, health and safety awareness for school environment.
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Responsibilities

• Assist in daily running of the academy kitchen and catering team.
• Prepare and serve food while upholding food safety standards.
• Ensure safe handling for allergens and dietary needs.
• Support colleagues and maintain a clean kitchen and dining area.
• Communicate professionally with pupils and staff.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food hygiene

Follow menus & recipes

Allergen awareness

Equipment safety

Cleanliness & hygiene

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Punctuality

Flexibility

Safeguarding awareness

Education

GCSE English & Maths (grade 4/C or above)

Food Safety in Catering Level 2 (desirable or willing to obtain)

Job description

About this Role

Heron Hall Academy is an ambitious, eight-form entry mixed secondary school and a proud part of North Star Community Trust , a family of schools built on the belief that we are Stronger Together.

At Heron Hall, we share the Trust's vision - to help every child succeed at school and in life. We live by the values of Education, Community, Opportunity , ensuring every pupil receives an excellent education, feels part of a strong and caring community, and has the chance to grow into a confident, well-rounded individual. As soon as you enter Heron Hall, you feel the pride, purpose and unity that define us. Our high standards and inclusive culture ensure that every pupil is supported, challenged and inspired to reach their full potential. We believe in every child and together, with North Star Community Trust, we help them believe in themselves.

About the role

As a Kitchen Assistant at Heron Hall Academy, you will play an important role in supporting the daily running of our academy kitchen. Working as part of the catering team, you will help prepare and serve food while maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.

You will also help ensure the needs of pupils and staff with allergies, intolerances and other dietary requirements are safely met, contributing to a positive and professional kitchen environment.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant who takes pride in providing a high-quality catering service for our pupils and staff. You will be someone who can work well as part of a team, follow instructions and maintain high standards in a busy kitchen. We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working in a busy kitchen, catering or food preparation environment.
• Has a good understanding of food hygiene, food safety and safe working practices.
• Can follow menus, recipes, portion requirements and established catering procedures accurately.
• Understands the importance of allergen awareness and taking appropriate care when preparing and serving food for those with dietary requirements.
• Can use basic kitchen and catering equipment safely and responsibly.
• Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the kitchen, dining and food service areas.
• Is able to work efficiently and remain calm and organised during busy meal service periods.
• Communicates professionally and respectfully with pupils, staff and colleagues.
• Works collaboratively as part of a team and is willing to support colleagues when required.
• Is reliable, punctual and able to manage their time effectively.
• Has a positive and flexible approach and can respond to changing demands within the kitchen.
• Understands the importance of safeguarding, health and safety, equality and inclusion within a school environment.
• Is committed to supporting a safe, welcoming and positive environment for all pupils and staff.
• Holds GCSEs in English and Mathematics at Grade 4 (C) or above, or equivalent.
• A Level 2 Food Safety in Catering qualification would be desirable, or you should be willing to obtain this.

What we offer

We are committed to being a supportive, caring and rewarding place to work and learn, and to being an employer of choice. A full overview of our offer, including staff benefits, our People Plan and what our staff say about working with us, can be found in the supporting documents attached.

Safeguarding statement

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to undergo safer recruitment checks, including enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and any other pre-employment checks relevant to their role.

Equal opportunities

We are committedto fostering a positive and inclusive working culture that reflects our Trust'sethos of being 'Stronger Together.' The Trust is committed to promotingequality of opportunity for all. It aims to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free fromdiscrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

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