School Kitchen Assistant

Chartwells; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in the UK seeks a motivated Kitchen Assistant for a part-time role in Bournemouth. You will be responsible for preparing quality food, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, and ensuring compliance with hygiene standards. Ideal candidates should excel in team dynamics, manage pressure effectively, and demonstrate reliability. This position offers 25 hours per week and the opportunity for career progression within a respected organization.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Demonstrates exceptional time-keeping and reliability.
• Possesses a committed and organised approach.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious food for clients and customers.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Ensuring correct use of machinery and equipment.
• Assisting with deliveries and supply vehicles.
• Representing the brand positively.
• Complying with hygiene standards.
• Following health and safety regulations.

Skills

Ability to manage pressure

Effective communication

Team player

Organised approach

Flexibility for shifts

Time-keeping

Reliability

Job description

Job Overview

We're looking for a motivated Kitchen Assistant to be the heart of our operation for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 25 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 every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Shift Pattern

• Mon: Mornings
• Tues: Mornings
• Weds: Mornings
• Thurs: Mornings
• Fri: Mornings
• Sat:
• Sun:

Note: This role is contracted to 44 weeks per year.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Ideal Candidate

• Demonstrates an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Is an excellent team player.
• Has a committed and organised approach.
• Desires to succeed in the role.
• Possesses the ability to work under pressure.
• Is flexible to work shifts.
• Demonstrates exceptional time‑keeping and reliability.

About Chartwells

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 expects 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 to assess suitability to work with children.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive – because diversity is our strength!