School Kitchen Assistant Cook – Flexible, Term Time

Elior Uk; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working

Holidays aligned to school calendar

Leave for life’s important moments

Volunteer days

Room to grow

Pension and life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Elior UK is seeking an Assistant Cook to support the kitchen team in delivering high-quality meals for Independent Schools. The role includes food preparation, cooking, and maintaining hygiene standards in a busy kitchen.

You will work Monday to Friday during term time, with DBS checks required for shortlisted candidates. The position offers opportunities to learn and grow within a people-first catering company that values employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Some experience or interest in food preparation and cooking.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Physical stamina to work in a busy kitchen environment.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of food according to menus and recipes
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times
• Help maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and equipment
• Support stock rotation and inventory management
• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely and efficient service
• Assist with portion control and presentation of dishes
• Follow instructions and contribute to a positive team environment

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Stamina

Job description

Elior UK is seeking an Assistant Cook to support the kitchen team in delivering high-quality meals for Independent Schools. The role includes food preparation, cooking, and maintaining hygiene standards in a busy kitchen.

You will work Monday to Friday during term time, with DBS checks required for shortlisted candidates. The position offers opportunities to learn and grow within a people-first catering company that values employee wellbeing.