School Kitchen Assistant Schools Enhanced DBS

Support. Care. Deliver.

This isn’t just another kitchen role. This is your chance to be part of a dedicated school catering team, supporting the Head Chef and helping to deliver meals that make a real difference in children’s lives. If you’re reliable, hardworking, and passionate about great food and high standards, this could be the perfect role for you.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly. From helping with food preparation to ensuring the kitchen is clean, safe, and fully stocked, you’ll be part of a team that delivers meals that fuel learning and wellbeing every single day.

• Lime Tree Primary School, Battlebridge Ln, Merstham, Redhill RH1 3LH

Join our schools and take pride in delivering meals that support students’ health and education.

• Assist the Head Chef and kitchen team in preparing and serving food.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.
• Help with stock rotation and basic kitchen tasks.
• Support the delivery of high-quality, nutritious meals.
• Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are always met.

• A positive, reliable, and flexible approach to work.
• Good teamwork skills and the ability to take direction.
• Passion for delivering great food and excellent service.
• Over 18 years old.
• Enhanced DBS preferred – This can provide this for the right candidate.

This is NOT a teaching, or academic support role, previous Kitchen experience is essential.

We uphold a high standard of personal presentation and hygiene to maintain a professional image. Team members are expected to have excellent personal hygiene, wear minimal and natural-looking makeup, and keep jewellery simple and discreet. Facial piercings and visible body modifications (such as facial tattoos or other prominent body art) should not be visible while on duty.

At Compass Group, we don’t just serve food—we create experiences. As the world’s leading food service provider, we deliver fresh, inspiring meals across schools, shaping healthier, happier futures. We invest in our people, embrace innovation, and value teamwork. Your contribution will be recognised, your development supported, and your impact felt every day.

As required, typically a 3–4 hour day between 10:00 am and 14:00 pm, offering you a great work–life balance. Term time only.

• Competitive pay and job security.
• A supportive, friendly environment with opportunities to learn and grow.
• Compass Exclusive Benefits for our staff.
• Lifestyle Benefits “Perks” Platform to make your life easier and more enjoyable.
• Health & Wellbeing Support Programmes, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access to training, development programs, and recognition schemes.
• The chance to make a real difference in a school community every day.

Previous applicants need not apply.