School Kitchen Assistant

Compass Group; Teignbridge; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering and support services company is seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant to work 20 hours per week. You will prepare high-quality food and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen while ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards. This role offers an opportunity to progress within a supportive team that celebrates individual talents and promotes a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate the ability to manage pressure and prioritize tasks.
• Be flexible to work shifts and maintain excellent timekeeping.
• Have a committed and organized approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Ensure proper usage of machinery and equipment.
• Assist with loading or unloading of deliveries.
• Represent the brand positively and comply with hygiene standards.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Ability to manage pressure

Organizational skills

Timekeeping and 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 20 hours per week. You’ll join a team that takes real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand but most of all 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.

Here’s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days.

Please note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year.

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

• 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. 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 in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

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!