School Kitchen Assistant

Compass Group PLC; Bebington; On-site; GBP 6,100 - 8,200; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells, part of Compass Group UK&I, seeks a Kitchen Assistant for a part-time role (15 hours per week). You’ll join a team proud of its food, brand and people, with a 43.6 week/year schedule. DBS/ safeguarding checks apply before employment can commence.

Your duties include food prep, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, proper use of equipment, assisting with deliveries, and upholding Chartwells’ standards in educational settings across the UK.

Qualifications

• Ability to work part-time in a school catering environment.
• Awareness of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Punctual, reliable and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ensure correct use of all kitchen equipment and machinery.
• Assist with loading/unloading deliveries and supplies.
• Represent Chartwells and maintain a positive brand image.
• Comply with food handling, hygiene and safety regulations.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen cleanliness

Health & safety

Team player

Job description

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 15 hours per week. You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand but most of all pride in their people. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year. Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding areas
• Ensuring the correct use of all machinery and equipment
• Assisting with the loading or unloading of deliveries and supply vehicles
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations
  Demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels
• Be an excellent team player
• Have a committed and organised approach
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Be flexible to work shifts
• Demonstrate Exceptional timekeeping and reliability
  Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.