School Kitchen Assistant
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 AM – 2:15 PM
Pay Rate: £12.21 - £12.50 per hour depending on experience
About the Role:
Select Recruitment is currently seeking a reliable, hardworking, and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join a dedicated school catering team in Ipswich.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a positive school environment, supporting the preparation and serving of nutritious meals to students while ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.
What's On Offer
A supportive and welcoming working environment
Training and development opportunities
Term-time only working – ideal for work-life balance
A meaningful role contributing to children’s wellbeing and daily school experience
What You'll Be Doing
Assisting with the preparation, presentation, and serving of food and beverages
Maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen and dining environment
Operating kitchen equipment and manage cleaning duties, including washing up
Ensuring compliance with all food safety regulations and school policies
Supporting the school cook and the wider catering team as required
Candidate Requirements
Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment is desirable, though not essential
Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to undertake training)
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
A positive, proactive attitude and strong work ethic
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Enhanced DBS required – or willingness to apply
If you're an experience Kitchen Assistant looking for a role with great work/life balance, then don't miss this opportunity!
Get in touch with Vitaly at Select recruitment for more info, or please apply now