School Kitchen Assistant: Part-Time Food Prep & Support

Compass Group UK; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells, is looking for a motivated Kitchen Assistant to join on a part-time basis (20 hours per week). You’ll be at the heart of our operation, helping to prepare delicious, high-quality food and maintain a clean, well-organised kitchen.

You’ll work as part of a team, handle deliveries, and uphold food hygiene and safety standards. Flexibility to work shifts, strong timekeeping, and reliability are essential as we support educational aims across the site.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Excellent teamwork and reliability.
• Flexibility to work shifts.
• Commitment and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Team player

Pressure management

Communication

Timekeeping

Reliability

Flexibility

Organised

Work under pressure

Job description

Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells, is looking for a motivated Kitchen Assistant to join on a part-time basis (20 hours per week). You’ll be at the heart of our operation, helping to prepare delicious, high-quality food and maintain a clean, well-organised kitchen.

You’ll work as part of a team, handle deliveries, and uphold food hygiene and safety standards. Flexibility to work shifts, strong timekeeping, and reliability are essential as we support educational aims across the site.