School Kitchen Assistant

Kellan Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Immediate start

Ongoing flexible work

Support from Berkeley Scott team

Job summary

Berkeley Scott are looking for reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking Kitchen Assistants to join our team within a school environment in Northampton. As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll support the catering team in ensuring the school kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently.

Your responsibilities may include: assisting with food preparation and serving meals; supporting the catering team during busy service periods; preparing ingredients and keeping work areas clean and organised; washing up and

Qualifications

• Food Safety Level 2 Certificate - required, or willingness to obtain.
• Food Allergen Certificate - required, or willingness to obtain.
• Enhanced DBS - required.
• 2 references - required.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with food preparation and serving meals.
• Supporting the catering team during busy service periods.
• Preparing ingredients and keeping work areas clean and organised.
• Washing up and cleaning kitchen equipment.
• Following food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures.
• Assisting with stock rotation and correct food storage.
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Providing a friendly and professional service to pupils and staff.
• Working effectively as part of a busy kitchen team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Kitchen Assistant - School Catering | Northampton

Northampton | £12.71 - £14.00 per hour | Immediate Start | Weekly Pay

Berkeley Scott are looking for reliable, enthusiastic and hardworking Kitchen Assistants to join our team working within a school environment in Northampton.

Looking for a fresh opportunity in catering? If you enjoy working as part of a team, take pride in your work and are available for an immediate start, this could be the perfect role for you!

What We Offer

• £12.71 - £14.00 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Immediate start available
• Work within a professional school environment
• Ongoing support from the Berkeley Scott team
• Opportunities for ongoing and flexible work
• Valuable experience within the education catering sector

What You'll Be Doing

As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll support the catering team in ensuring the school kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Assisting with food preparation and serving meals
• Supporting the catering team during busy service periods
• Preparing ingredients and keeping work areas clean and organised
• Washing up and cleaning kitchen equipment
• Following food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures
• Assisting with stock rotation and correct food storage
• Maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Helping provide a friendly and professional service to pupils and staff
• Working effectively as part of a busy kitchen team

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Previous kitchen, catering or hospitality experience is desirable
• Food Safety Level 2 Certificate - required, or willingness to obtain
• Food Allergen Certificate - required, or willingness to obtain
• Enhanced DBS - required
• 2 references - required
• A reliable, hardworking and positive attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
• A professional approach to working within a school setting

Whether you're an experienced Kitchen Assistant or looking to build your catering experience, Berkeley Scott can provide an excellent opportunity to get started quickly.