School Kitchen Assistant: Flexible Hours & Positive Impact

Kellan Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£12.71–£14.00 per hour

Flexible opportunities

Support from recruitment team

Experience in education catering

Job summary

Berkeley Scott are recruiting a School Kitchen Assistant in Leicester to support a busy school kitchen. You will help ensure meals are prepared and served safely and efficiently, with emphasis on hygiene and teamwork.

Your responsibilities include helping with food prep, supporting during lunch rush, maintaining cleanliness, washing up, and following all safety procedures. A DBS check and Food Safety Level 2 are preferred, with references and a professional approach valued.

Qualifications

• DBS certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Food Safety Level 2 certificate or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with basic food preparation and meal service.
• Supporting the catering team during busy lunch periods.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen.
• Washing up and keeping kitchen equipment and work areas clean.
• Following food safety, allergen and health & safety procedures.
• Assisting with stock rotation and general kitchen duties.
• Providing a friendly and professional service to pupils and staff.
• Working as a General Assistant when required to support the wider catering team.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Hygiene awareness

Professionalism

Education

Enhanced DBS certificate

Food Safety Level 2

Tools

None

Job description

Berkeley Scott are recruiting a School Kitchen Assistant in Leicester to support a busy school kitchen. You will help ensure meals are prepared and served safely and efficiently, with emphasis on hygiene and teamwork.

Your responsibilities include helping with food prep, supporting during lunch rush, maintaining cleanliness, washing up, and following all safety procedures. A DBS check and Food Safety Level 2 are preferred, with references and a professional approach valued.