School Kitchen Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in Uckfield is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant to join their team on a part-time basis. The role involves preparing high-quality food, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and complying with hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will be organized and reliable, with the ability to work under pressure. This position is contracted for 13.5 hours per week and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the education sector.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights customers.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.

Skills

Team player

Ability to manage pressure

Timekeeping

Organisational skills

Flexibility to work shifts

Job description

Overview

We like a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant to be the heart of our operation for Chartwells on a part-time basis, contracted to 13.5 hours per week. You join a team that takes pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand, and most of all in their people. The company invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year.

Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here is what you need to know before applying:

Key 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

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

About Chartwells

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 focused 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 Childrens 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.

Job Reference: com/0109/72812001/52726286/BU #State Schools

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!