School Kitchen Assistant

Chartwells; Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering provider in Salford is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant. This part-time role requires preparation of high-quality food and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. Ideal candidates should be team players, possess good timekeeping skills, and be flexible with shifts. The position is contracted for 44 weeks per year with 20 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Committed and organised approach to work.
• Desire to succeed in your role.
• Exceptional timekeeping and reliability.
• Flexibility to work shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Ensure correct use of all machinery and equipment.
• Assist with loading or unloading deliveries.
• Represent the brand and maintain a positive image.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Pressure management

Team player

Timekeeping

Flexibility

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 20 hours per week. You’ll join a team that takes pride in what they do, their food, their brand and, most of all, their people. The role is contracted to 44 weeks per year.

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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 Kitchen Assistant

• 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

About Chartwells / Compass Group UK & I

Part of Compass Group UK & I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. Chartwells focuses on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves 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 all employees share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to 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 applicants should declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability to work with children.

Compass Group UK & I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the talents, beliefs, backgrounds and abilities of all team members, so everyone can feel valued and thrive.