Term-Time School Kitchen Assistant – Part-Time

North East Combined Authority; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free flu vaccinations

Free onsite parking

High quality CPD

LGPS pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Northern Education Trust is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant at Dyke House Academy in Hartlepool. This term-time, part-time role supports the Chef Manager to prepare nutritious meals for students and keep the kitchen clean and compliant with safety standards.

The position is 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday 12pm–2pm, over 39 weeks, with pro-rata salary details. The Trust offers safeguarding, development opportunities, pension, and flexible recruitment checks.

Qualifications

• Team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Awareness of health, safety and food hygiene standards.
• Excellent reliability and time management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and GDPR.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Carry out basic food preparation tasks to support daily meal service.
• Cleanliness & Hygiene: Maintain the kitchen, dining and surrounding areas to the highest standards of cleanliness.
• Safety & Compliance: Properly use and care for kitchen machinery and equipment while following health and safety procedures.
• Stock & Logistics: Assist with loading and unloading delivery and supply vehicles when required.
• Teamwork: Undertake general tasks to ensure efficient food service delivery and complete training as needed.

Job description

Northern Education Trust is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant at Dyke House Academy in Hartlepool. This term-time, part-time role supports the Chef Manager to prepare nutritious meals for students and keep the kitchen clean and compliant with safety standards.

The position is 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday 12pm–2pm, over 39 weeks, with pro-rata salary details. The Trust offers safeguarding, development opportunities, pension, and flexible recruitment checks.