School Kitchen Assistant - Leicester

Equipment Sales & Service Limited.; Leicester; Presencial; GBP 12.000 - 15.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Chartwells is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant for a part-time role, 16.25 hours per week. You will support meal preparation, keep the kitchen clean, and ensure safe operation of equipment. You’ll work as part of a team dedicated to serving in education settings across the UK.

Applicants should be reliable, flexible, and able to manage busy periods; pre-employment checks including DBS may be required. This role is offered through Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells, with opportunities to

Formación

• Food handling and hygiene knowledge preferred.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn and follow kitchen procedures.
• Excellent time management and reliability.

Responsabilidades

• Preparing high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Ensuring safe use of all kitchen machinery and equipment.
• Assisting with loading/unloading deliveries and stock.
• Representing Chartwells with a positive brand image.
• Complying with food handling, hygiene, and health & safety standards.
• Demonstrating the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Being a flexible and reliable team player.

Conocimientos

Food handling

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Flexibility

Descripción del empleo

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 16.25 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. Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Mon-Fri (Full Time Days) Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying: Your key responsibilities will include:

• 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.