School Kitchen Assistant: Clean Kitchen, Fresh Prep

WSH Group; Horningsea; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance 28 days

Volunteering days

Grandparent leave 3 days

Enhanced maternity leave 24 weeks

Pension & life insurance

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing & assistance

Free meals

Career development

Job summary

Holroyd Howe is seeking a reliable Catering Assistant to join the kitchen team in an education setting. You will help maintain a clean, safe kitchen and assist with basic food preparation while supporting service and stock management.

The role emphasizes allergen control, safe practices, and teamwork within a school environment. Training and development opportunities are provided, with a strong focus on child welfare and high standards of hygiene.

Qualifications

• A keen interest in food and cooking.
• Good attention to detail and hygiene understanding.
• Team player with a positive, flexible attitude.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas.
• Assist chefs with basic food prep and stock deliveries.
• Operate dishwashers and ensure proper sanitation practices.
• Follow health, safety, and hygiene regulations at all times.
• Support the team in daily kitchen operations and setup for service.
• Accountability for allergen controls.

Skills

Keen interest in food

Attention to detail

Team player

Kitchen experience beneficial

Job description

Holroyd Howe is seeking a reliable Catering Assistant to join the kitchen team in an education setting. You will help maintain a clean, safe kitchen and assist with basic food preparation while supporting service and stock management.

The role emphasizes allergen control, safe practices, and teamwork within a school environment. Training and development opportunities are provided, with a strong focus on child welfare and high standards of hygiene.