Kitchen Assistant
Hours available: Monday to Friday - 11am to 3pm – term time only
Salary: Grade A - £12.65 per hour
Start date: asap
Contract type: fixed term to 31.08.26
We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant to provide general kitchen support for the school catering team / service, under direction of the Kitchen Manager.
Key duties of the role include:
- To assist in the preparation of food in accordance with agreed recipes/methods, which includes washing, chopping, and measuring food items, under direction of the Kitchen Manager / Chef.
- To ensure that cooked and raw foods are kept separate during the preparation process
- To maintain required hygiene standards; to include washing up and cleaning of premises, surfaces, equipment and the kitchen area ensuring all areas are sanitised and organised.
- To operate catering equipment and machinery, after appropriate instruction
- To ensure that clean and dirty processes are kept separate.
You should have strong teamwork and communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Previous experience working in a commercial or school kitchen is desirable.
If you would like to apply for this role, please return your completed application form to Clare Ingleby, HR Manager: cingleby@whiterockprimaryschool.co.uk by midday on 1st December 2025.