School Kitchen Assistant Temporary maternity cover

Chartwells; Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in the UK seeks a motivated Kitchen Assistant for temporary maternity cover. This part-time role involves preparing high-quality meals, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and adhering to Food Safety guidelines. Ideal candidates are excellent team players with strong communication skills and a commitment to reliability. The position offers opportunities for personal growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively.
• Have a committed and organised approach and desire to succeed.
• Be flexible to work shifts and demonstrate exceptional timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Preparing high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Assisting with deliveries and supply vehicles.

Skills

Ability to manage pressure

Effective communication

Team player

Organised approach

Flexibility to work shifts

Exceptional timekeeping

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant (temporary maternity cover) who will be the heart of our operation for Chartwells on a part time basis, contracted to 22.5 hours per week. You’ll join a team that takes pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand and, most of all, in their people. You’ll have opportunities to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate. This role is contracted to 44 weeks per year.

Key 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

Our ideal Kitchen Assistant will

• 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

About Chartwells / Compass Group UK&I

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is a leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. Chartwells focuses on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and healthy lives. Chartwells serves millions of nutritious meals weekly 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 expects all employees to share this commitment.

Any offer of employment will be subject to 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 applicants are asked to declare all previous convictions and cautions to assess suitability to work with children.

Pre-employment checks & Reference

Job Reference: com/1009/74972001/52762042/BU #State Schools

Equal opportunities

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the talents, beliefs, backgrounds and abilities of all team members. We want colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive—because diversity is our strength!