Kitchen Assistant

Salary: £12.87 - £13.10 per hour Position Type: Permanent Part-Time Term Time Only Location: Cedars School Hours: 20 Additional Information: Closing date 01/07/26 - Interview date 08/07/26 Do you enjoy working in a busy kitchen environment and take pride in preparing food to a high standard? Want to be part of a team that makes a real difference to young people's day? At Aurora Cedars School, we're looking for a reliable and proactive Kitchen Assistant to support the preparation and delivery of nutritious meals for our students. Why this role matters A healthy, enjoyable meal is a big part of a student's day. In this role, you'll help ensure that every meal is prepared safely, served efficiently, and enjoyed in a clean and welcoming environment - supporting the wellbeing of our students. What you'll be doing As part of our kitchen team, you will: 🍽️ Assist with preparing and serving meals to the required standards 🥗 Support food preparation and cooking for daily lunch service 🧼 Maintain excellent hygiene and cleanliness across the kitchen and work areas 📦 Help with ordering, deliveries, and stock management when needed ⚠️ Follow all food safety, allergen, and health & safety regulations 🔧 Carry out routine checks and report any issues or concerns 🎉 Support occasional school events or special functions You'll play a key role in ensuring our kitchen runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently. About you We're looking for someone who is: ✔ Reliable, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced environment ✔ A team player with a positive, can-do attitude ✔ Proactive and able to work on their own initiative ✔ Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene ✔ Flexible and able to respond to a variety of daily tasks What you'll need Experience working in a catering or kitchen environment (school or similar preferred) Basic food preparation skills and knowledge of kitchen equipment Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety regulations Good