Part-Time School Kitchen Assistant | Term Time 11:30–13:30

Edsential Community Interest Company; Chester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Enhanced DBS check (employer-paid)

Discounts (retail & leisure)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Tech Scheme

Wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Edsential Community Interest Company is recruiting a Kitchen Assistant in Chester. The role supports the Catering Supervisor at Belgrave Primary School, delivering food service with a focus on customer experience and safety.

Hours are 10 per week, 11:30–13:30, with a hourly rate of £12.71. Term-time contract with two cleaning days, training provided, and DBS costs covered by the employer.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school kitchen is advantageous but training will be provided.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy customer-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, cooking and serving meals; manage portions and accommodate special diets.
• Prepare dining areas and service counters.
• Clean dining, kitchen and staff facilities.
• Operate tills where required and follow IT procedures; undertake training.
• Follow hygiene, safeguarding and safety regulations to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Relationship building

Customer service

Job description

Edsential Community Interest Company is recruiting a Kitchen Assistant in Chester. The role supports the Catering Supervisor at Belgrave Primary School, delivering food service with a focus on customer experience and safety.

Hours are 10 per week, 11:30–13:30, with a hourly rate of £12.71. Term-time contract with two cleaning days, training provided, and DBS costs covered by the employer.