School Kitchen Assistant - Hartfield

Equipment Sales & Service Limited.; Hartfield; On-site; GBP 6,300 - 7,900; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant to join our education catering team on a part-time basis (16 hours per week). The role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year and offers opportunities to grow within a company that values its people and brand.

You will prepare high-quality food, maintain kitchen cleanliness, handle deliveries, comply with food hygiene and health and safety standards, and work flexibly across shifts as part of a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Able to work part-time 16 hours per week.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality food.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent team player with reliable timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality foods for customers.
• Maintain a high standard of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ensure correct use of all kitchen equipment and machinery.
• Assist with loading/unloading deliveries and supplies.
• Represent Chartwells and uphold the brand image.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards and safety rules.
• Demonstrate effective communication at all levels and manage tasks under pressure.
• Be flexible to work shifts and be a reliable team member.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Organization

Flexibility

Pressure handling

Job description

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 16 hours per week. You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand but most of all pride in their people. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year

• 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
  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
  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. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect 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 Children's 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.