WHSF - Kitchen Assistant

William Henry Smith School; Rastrick; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join its friendly catering team. The role requires supporting the smooth operation of the school kitchen and dining areas by assisting with food preparation, service, and cleaning tasks. Ideal candidates should have experience in a kitchen environment, a commitment to hygiene, and the ability to work well in a team. A competitive salary and various benefits are offered, including opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Friendly and inclusive working environment

Health and Well-being programme

Employee assistance healthcare plan

Life Assurance Scheme

Free staff lunches

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering or kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and hygiene controls.
• Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, service, and cleaning tasks.
• Ensure kitchen and dining areas run smoothly and efficiently.
• Maintain standards of hygiene by cleaning kitchen equipment.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to hygiene

Food preparation knowledge

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic, and dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly catering team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys contributing to a high-quality food service for students, staff, and visitors.

The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the smooth, safe and efficient running of the school kitchen and dining areas. You will assist with food preparation, service, cleaning, and general kitchen duties, ensuring that all tasks are completed to a high standard and in line with health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Working as part of the Kitchen team to take supervision to ensure that quality food provision is delivered daily.
• Preparation and presentation of food and cooking of same if appropriate.
• Serve meals, in accordance with portion controls.
• Set up and clear dining and service area, including washing up, packing and unloading containers as required.
• Clean the kitchen and equipment to ensure standards of hygiene are maintained
• To use all the equipment and machinery safely and efficiently after instruction.
• To be available, if required, for unplanned meal preparation and serving for special and / or evening functions.
• Putting deliveries away correctly in line with HACCP.
• To contribute to the performance of the team in ensuring high standards of hygiene at all times.
• To attend training sessions and meetings as required.
• To undertake child protection and safeguarding training.

About You

• Has a positive attitude and enjoys working as part of a team.
• Takes pride in maintaining a clean, organised and safe work environment.
• Can follow instructions and work efficiently under supervision.
• Is reliable, punctual, and prepared to work flexibly when required.
• Experience in a catering or kitchen environment
• Knowledge of basic food preparation and food handling systems and basic hygiene controls
• Personally aligned with our values and committed to our mission.

Why Join Us?

At the William Henry Smith Foundation, we are committed to delivering exceptional education and care in safe, nurturing, and inclusive environments. You will join a team of dedicated professionals who share a common purpose: helping every young person reach their full potential.

A competitive salary and benefits package includes

• A friendly and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities to truly enrich the lives of our children and young people and make a positive difference.
• Quality of Life and Well-being programme of activity, experiences and gifts
• A competitive defined pension scheme
• An employee assistance healthcare cashback plan
• Life Assurance Scheme (4x annual salary)
• A full induction programme, including an outstanding network of support
• A learning and development programme and CPD
• Assistance with childcare savings and cycle to work scheme
• Subscription to Head Space, Perks at Work and Discount for Teachers online apps which offers hundreds of discounts and benefits
• 50% towards the cost of branded work wear
• Personal health and fitness training, and a financial advisory service
• Free staff lunches and on-site parking
• Staff Savings Scheme
• One life day and one additional life day if 100% attendance is achieved
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Visits to the William Henry Smith Foundation are essential. To arrange this please contact the HR Department either by email [e-mail] or telephone [phone]

Please apply by completing the application form in full, please note we do not accept CVs