School Kitchen Assistant

RGIT Australia; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Latchmere School in Kingston upon Thames is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to work 20 hours per week term time only (38 weeks + 5.6 weeks paid holiday, 43.6 weeks paid across 12 monthly payments). You will assist in meal prep, maintain cleanliness, and ensure food safety standards are met. Experience in a kitchen and strong communication are valued.

The role is part-time and permanent, offering a supportive team environment and opportunities to develop cooking skills in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Catering qualification required or preferred.
• Experience in a kitchen is advantageous.
• Knowledge of food safety policies and procedures required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Kitchen staff in preparing meals.
• Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, utensils and work areas.
• Assist with stock management and ordering supplies.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen.
• Assist with dishwashing and cleaning duties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced work

Education

Catering Qualification

Job description

Kingston upon Thames, SouthEast KT1, United Kingdom £12.71 - £12.72

Part-time Permanent Entry Level

Posted 18 Aug 2026

Description

Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Kitchen Assistant to join our team at Latchmere School 20 hours per week on a term time only basis (38 working weeks +5.6 weeks paid holiday =43.6 weeks paid equally over 12 monthly payments) . The Kitchen Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Kitchen Manager and Kitchen staff in ,serving, preparing and cooking meals, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen, and ensuring that all food safety and sanitation standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking, some baking experience and excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Kitchen and kitchen staff in preparing meals
• Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas
• Assist with stock management and ordering supplies
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Maintain a clean and organised kitchen
• Assist with food preparation
• Assist with dishwashing and cleaning duties as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the kitchen manager

Qualifications:

• Catering Qualification
• Previous experience working in a kitchen preferred
• Knowledge of food safety policies and procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills