School Kitchen Assistant

Compass Group PLC; Wallasey; On-site; GBP 8,800 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Aviva Digicare - Free annual health–al

Employee Assistance Programme

Perks at Work

Career training & development—Apprent

Earn up to £500 refer a friend

Comprehensive pension scheme and life

Job summary

Chartwells in the United Kingdom is recruiting a School Kitchen Assistant on a part-time basis. The role is 21 hours per week across 5 days out of 7, contracted to 43.6 weeks per year. You will assist with food preparation, kitchen cleanliness, and support during service within a school environment.

The ideal candidate will be a flexible team player who can work under pressure, maintain high standards of hygiene, and represent Chartwells with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritise tasks and communicate at all levels.
• Strong team player with a reliable, organised approach.
• Capable of working under pressure and meeting service deadlines.
• Flexible to work shifts and adapt to school timetables.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, fresh meals for pupils and staff.
• Keep kitchen and surrounding areas clean and hygienic.
• Use kitchen machinery and equipment safely and correctly.
• Assist with deliveries loading/unloading as required.
• Represent Chartwells to uphold the company brand image.
• Comply with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Prioritising tasks

Communication

Team player

Organisation

Working under pressure

Flexible shifts

Job description

We're currently recruiting a School Kitchen Assistant to join Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 21 hours per week, working 5 days out of 7. You'll keep our kitchen running smoothly, helping to prepare fresh food, keeping everything clean and organised, and supporting the team through every service. Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year What you'll do

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Keeping the kitchen and surrounding areas spotlessly clean
• Using all machinery and equipment correctly
• Helping to load and unload deliveries
• Representing Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards
  Our ideal School Kitchen Assistant will:
• Be able to prioritise tasks and communicate well at all levels
• Be an excellent team player
• Have a committed and organised approach
• Be able 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.
  We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health support, offering confidential advice and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges
• Perks at Work - Access to exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources
• Career training & development opportunities - Including Apprenticeships and Career Pathways
• Earn up to £500 when you refer a friend
• Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance