Term-Time School Kitchen Assistant (Part-Time)

Alton Park Junior School; Tendring; On-site; GBP 3,800 - 4,700; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to Work

Discounted gym memberships

Cinema tickets

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Alton Park Junior School is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our busy catering team. You will support the preparation and service of meals for pupils, maintain high standards of hygiene, and work closely with staff to keep the dining area clean and welcoming.

This part-time, term-time role runs 11:15am to 1:30pm, Monday to Friday, 38 weeks per year. We value reliability, teamwork, and a commitment to safeguarding children.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and cooking simple food and beverages.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills, with the ability to follow instructions and complete basic forms.
• Ability to maintain high standards of personal hygiene and follow health & safety guidelines.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to establish warm, respectful relationships with children and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and simple cooking of food and beverages, and serve pupils and staff at counter/hatch areas or trolleys.
• Maintain exceptionally high standards of personal and kitchen hygiene in compliance with statutory and school regulations. Clean equipment, utensils, fixtures, and dining room areas during and after service.
• Work collaboratively with catering and school staff, occasionally assisting with special school functions.
• Deputise for the Catering Manager as required in primary catering settings.

Skills

Experience in food prep

Hygiene & safety awareness

Team collaboration

Communication with pupils & staff

Time management

Job description

Alton Park Junior School is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our busy catering team. You will support the preparation and service of meals for pupils, maintain high standards of hygiene, and work closely with staff to keep the dining area clean and welcoming.

This part-time, term-time role runs 11:15am to 1:30pm, Monday to Friday, 38 weeks per year. We value reliability, teamwork, and a commitment to safeguarding children.