School Kitchen Assistant - Part-Time (20h/wk), Growth

Chartwells Independent; Newport; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

Chartwells Independent is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant for a part-time role. You’ll be the heart of our operation, contracted to 20 hours per week across 43 weeks per year, joining a team that takes pride in food, brand, and people.

Key duties include preparing high-quality meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, safe use of equipment, helping with deliveries, and upholding food hygiene and health & safety standards. We value reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen role desirable.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Reliable and punctual with strong personal discipline.
• Must be a team player and flexible to shifts.
• Commitment to food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ensure safe use of all kitchen equipment.
• Assist with loading or unloading deliveries.
• Represent Chartwells and uphold brand image.
• Comply with food handling and health and safety standards.
• Work well within a team and adapt to busy periods.

Skills

Team player

Pressure management

Time management

Flexibility

Job description

Chartwells Independent is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant for a part-time role. You’ll be the heart of our operation, contracted to 20 hours per week across 43 weeks per year, joining a team that takes pride in food, brand, and people.

Key duties include preparing high-quality meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, safe use of equipment, helping with deliveries, and upholding food hygiene and health & safety standards. We value reliability and teamwork.