School Kitchen Assistant

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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 20 hours per week. You will join a team that takes real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand—and most of all in their people. Every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards employees who go beyond the plate will be available to you.

This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year.

• 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 time‑keeping 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 sykdom.

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 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. Applicants will be asked to declare all previous convictions and cautions soబడ灣 assess their suitability to work with children.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment hoogs where every individual can truly be themselves at work andç access to equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We aim to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members, because diversity is our strength.