School Kitchen Assistant – Hygienic, Team‑Oriented

Teaching Vacancies; Redditch; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Community support

Trust transition support

Job summary

Walkwood Church of England Middle School is seeking a dedicated candidate to join our school kitchen team. The role requires knowledge of basic food hygiene, a serving attitude, and the ability to work within school policies.

We value safeguarding, teamwork and flexibility on busy days, with strong communication with pupils, parents and staff. Training opportunities and support from the school community are provided.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic food hygiene.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Experience of a workplace kitchen; understanding of effective cleaning methods.
• Experience of a school kitchen.
• Good written, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to follow kitchen procedures and regulations.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.
• Good personal hygiene and following school policies.
• Approachable attitude with pupils, parents or other visitors.
• Flexible when it’s one of those days.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Deadline-driven

Follow procedures

Safeguarding

Education

Knowledge of basic food hygiene

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Walkwood Church of England Middle School is seeking a dedicated candidate to join our school kitchen team. The role requires knowledge of basic food hygiene, a serving attitude, and the ability to work within school policies.

We value safeguarding, teamwork and flexibility on busy days, with strong communication with pupils, parents and staff. Training opportunities and support from the school community are provided.