Are you passionate about nutritious food? Are you looking for a new and exciting role?
We are looking for a hard-working Kitchen Assistant to join our ‘Excellent’ school!
About Moor Allerton Preparatory School
At Moor Allerton, our aim is to inspire and challenge children to love learning. We pride ourselves on our child-centred approach to teaching and learning, celebrating the individual talents and personalities of every child. We believe that school should be a fun, exciting place where children can learn in a secure environment, and we encourage them to take risks by trying out new ways of learning.
We aim to encourage intellectual curiosity and productive learning habits in both our students and staff. Whether you are fully trained or seeking further qualifications, we have plenty of opportunities for you to broaden your skill set and reach your career goals.
About the Role and You
Contract type: part-time, permanent, term time
Working pattern: Monday to Friday, 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Salary: £11.44 per hour
Start date: Immediate start available
Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Cook-In-Charge with preparation of food and beverages and cooking meals.
• Ensuring high standards of food safety and safe working practices.
• Helping and supporting the Cook-In-Charge to deliver the menu meals to the required standard when necessary.
• Supporting the Cook-In-Charge in the effective operation of the kitchen.
• Washing up, loading, and emptying the dishwasher throughout the day, including hand washing of any crockery and large cooking items.
• Helping to sanitise and set tables for lunch, including condiments and sauces.

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience in Kitchen work and experience of working safely with food.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Flexibility to deal with various requests.
• Someone who is reliable and approachable.
• Someone who is willing to undertake training.
• A First Aider (desirable).

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative and supportive team environment that values your expertise and ideas.
• Ongoing professional development and training to enhance your skills and career prospects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Free lunch provided.
• Refer a friend scheme, with a financial reward.
• Life assurance (3x Annual Salary)
• Wellness programme.
• Company Sick Pay
• Company Pension
• Free Lunch

If you feel like this role aligns with your skill set and experience, we encourage you to apply.
We look forward to welcoming you to Moor Allerton Preparatory School.
Moor Allerton Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, costs are covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £11.44 per hour
Expected hours: 12.5 per week
Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
• Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person