School Kitchen Assistant - Salford

Chartwells Schools Dining Services; Salford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational catering company is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant for part-time work in Salford. You will prepare high-quality food, maintain cleanliness, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. Ideal candidates are flexible team players with strong time management skills and a commitment to quality. This role, part of Compass Group UK&I, offers a supportive environment focused on employee growth and well-being. Applicants must be prepared for pre-employment checks, including background disclosures.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively.
• Strong team player with a committed and organized approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Maintain high cleanliness standards in the kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Comply with food handling and hygiene standards and health and safety regulations.

Skills

Food Preparation

Team Collaboration

Time Management

Health & Safety Compliance

Cleanliness Standards

Job description

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 21.25 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: Other Please note: This role is contracted to 42.6 weeks year 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.