School Kitchen Assistant - Part Time (Term Time Only)
Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire
Salary: £12.87 - £13.10 per hour
Hours: 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 11:30am - 1:30pm
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time, Term Time Only
Sector: Education
About the Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for a Part-Time School Kitchen Assistant to join a friendly and supportive school catering team based in Wilmslow.
The school is a specialist educational setting supporting children and young people aged 5-19 with additional learning needs, including autism and associated challenges with accessing education.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a school environment and takes pride in preparing and serving meals to a high standard.
Working alongside the School Cook and wider kitchen team, you will help ensure that pupils receive nutritious meals in a clean, safe and welcoming environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the School Cook with the efficient preparation and service of hot and cold meals.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and associated areas.
Support with menu planning, ordering supplies and receiving deliveries when required.
Ensure kitchen equipment is used safely and cleaning schedules are followed.
Work flexibly and effectively within a busy catering environment.
Follow all relevant food hygiene, health and safety procedures.
About You
The successful candidate will ideally have:
Previous experience working in a catering environment, preferably within a school, residential or healthcare setting.
A good understanding of kitchen equipment and cleaning procedures.
Knowledge of food hygiene and safe food preparation practices.
An understanding of health and safety requirements, including COSHH and manual handling.
The ability to work independently, use initiative and take a proactive approach.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
A flexible approach and the ability to respond positively to changing daily requirements.
High standards of personal hygiene and presentation.
Working Hours & Benefits
Monday to Friday, 11:30am - 1:30pm.
10 hours per week.
Term-time only.
Permanent part-time position.
£12.87 - £13.10 per hour.
If you are reliable, hardworking and passionate about providing a positive mealtime experience for children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this opportunity in Wilmslow.
