Kitchen Assistant

Holroyd Howe; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract catering company is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to support the kitchen team at City of London School. The role involves maintaining cleanliness, assisting with food preparation, and following hygiene regulations in a dynamic environment. No prior experience is necessary, but a keen interest in food and a team-oriented attitude are essential. Benefits include bespoke training, enhanced maternity leave, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

3 volunteering days

Discounts via Perkbox App

Free meals while at work

Qualifications

• Keen interest in food and cooking.
• Good understanding of hygiene practices.
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas.
• Assist chefs with basic food prep.
• Support the team in daily kitchen operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Willingness to learn

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join the kitchen team at City of London School. This is a great opportunity to play a vital part in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment in a supportive, food‑led Education setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas.
• Assist chefs with basic food prep and stock deliveries.
• Operate dishwashers and ensure proper sanitation practices.
• Follow health, safety, ind hygiene regulations at all times.
• Support the team in daily kitchen operations and setup for service.

Requirements & Expectations

• Fresh thinking: New ideas for food, service and ways of working help us maintain our position as creative leaders in school catering.
• Right to work in the UK.
• A keen interest in food and cooking opinions eager to learn and develop skills.
• Good attention to detail and understanding of hygiene practices.
• Team player with a positive and flexible attitude.
• Previous kitchen experience or relevant training is beneficial but not essential.
• Willingness to work in an education or high‑profile catering environment is desirable.

You will be joining Holroyd Howe, one of the UK's leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

Our mission is simple: To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

Benefits

• 3 volunteering days to give back to causes you care about.
• 3 days grandparent leave for those special family moments.
• 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave.
• Bespoke training & development opportunities.
• Pension & life insurance.
• Discounts on high‑street brands, cinema & holidays via the Perkbox App.
• Wellbeing hub & access to employee assistance programme.
• Free meals while at work.
• Career development & HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels.