Kitchen Assistant - Maidstone School
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Hours: School hours, Monday-Friday
Contract: Term-time only
Location: Maidstone, Kent
DBS: Enhanced DBS required
About the Role
We are looking for a reliable, friendly, and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our busy school catering team. This is a great opportunity to work within a supportive school environment and enjoy a good work-life balance with term-time hours.
Key Responsibilities
* Assisting with the preparation of school meals
* Serving food to pupils and staff in a polite and efficient manner
* Helping maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas
* Washing up and general cleaning duties
* Following food hygiene and safety standards at all times
* Supporting the Catering Manager and wider kitchen team as needed
What We're Looking For
* Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment is helpful but not essential
* A positive attitude and willingness to learn
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Good communication and organisation skills
* Reliability and a strong work ethic
* Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
What We Offer
* Competitive hourly rate of £12.21
* Family-friendly school hours
* Term-time working - enjoy holidays off
* Supportive and welcoming school community
* Training provided
How to Apply
If you're enthusiastic, dependable, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
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