School Kitchen Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Liverpool is looking for a passionate Kitchen Assistant to prepare delicious food and maintain high cleanliness standards. The role requires effective teamwork and the ability to work under pressure, with part-time hours of 17.5 per week. This position is part of a committed team focused on supporting education.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks, and communicate effectively.
• Have a committed and organised approach and a desire to succeed.
• Be flexible to work shifts and demonstrate exceptional timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food that delights our clients.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Ensuring correct use of machinery and equipment.
• Assisting with deliveries and supply vehicles.
• Representing the brand positively.
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Ability to manage pressure

Effective communication

Team player

Organized approach

Flexibility to work shifts

Reliability

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 17.5 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.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

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

Our ideal Kitchen Assistant will:

• 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.

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.

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 are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. Compass Group UK&I is committed to equal employment opportunity and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.