School Kitchen Assistant Required in Redhill Schools (Over 18, Enhanced DBS)

Constellation London North; Redhill; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable catering service in Redhill is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to support the Head Chef and deliver nutritious meals in a school setting. This role involves assisting with food preparation, maintaining a clean kitchen, and ensuring food safety standards. The ideal candidate is reliable, enjoys teamwork, and has a passion for high-quality food. Enjoy flexible hours, typically a 3-4 hour day during term time, along with competitive pay and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Supportive work environment

Health & Wellbeing Support

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• A positive, reliable, and flexible approach to work.
• Good teamwork skills and the ability to take direction.
• Passion for delivering great food and excellent service.
• Over 18 years old.
• Enhanced DBS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef and kitchen team in preparing and serving food.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.
• Help with stock rotation and basic kitchen tasks.
• Support the delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are always met.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Passion for food

Job description

Support. Care. Deliver.

This isn’t just another kitchen role. This is your chance to be part of a dedicated school catering team, supporting the Head Chef and helping to deliver meals that make a real difference in children’s lives. If you’re reliable, hardworking, and passionate about great food and high standards, this could be the perfect role for you.

The Opportunity

As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly. From helping with food preparation to ensuring the kitchen is clean, safe, and fully stocked, you’ll be part of a team that delivers meals that fuel learning and wellbeing every single day.

Schools You Could Be Working In

• Lime Tree Primary School, Battlebridge Ln, Merstham, Redhill RH1 3LH

Join our schools and take pride in delivering meals that support students’ health and education.

What You Will Do

• Assist the Head Chef and kitchen team in preparing and serving food.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.
• Help with stock rotation and basic kitchen tasks.
• Support the delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are always met.

What We’re Looking For

• A positive, reliable, and flexible approach to work.
• Good teamwork skills and the ability to take direction.
• Passion for delivering great food and excellent service.
• Over 18 years old.
• Enhanced DBS preferred – This can provide this for the right candidate.

This is NOT a teaching, or academic support role, previous Kitchen experience is essential.

Presentation & Hygiene

We uphold a high standard of personal presentation and hygiene to maintain a professional image. Team members are expected to have excellent personal hygiene, wear minimal and natural-looking makeup, and keep jewellery simple and discreet. Facial piercings and visible body modifications (such as facial tattoos or other prominent body art) should not be visible while on duty.

About Compass Group

At Compass Group, we don’t just serve food—we create experiences. As the world’s leading foodservice provider, we deliver fresh, inspiring meals across schools, shaping healthier, happier futures. We invest in our people, embrace innovation, and value teamwork. Your contribution will be recognised, your development supported, and your impact felt every day.

Hours

As required, typically a 3–4 hour day between 10:00 am and 14:00 pm, offering you a great work–life balance. Term time only.

What Compass Group Offers

• Competitive pay and job security.
• A supportive, friendly environment with opportunities to learn and grow.
• Compass Exclusive Benefits for our staff.
• Lifestyle Benefits “Perks” Platform to make your life easier and more enjoyable.
• Health & Wellbeing Support Programmes, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to training, development programs, and recognition schemes.
• The chance to make a real difference in a school community every day.

Join a role where your hard work is valued, your contribution matters, and you’re part of a team that inspires healthier, happier futures. Apply today, it only takes a few minutes to complete.

Previous applicants need not apply.