Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic Kitchen Assistant to work at Hollygirt School.
Hours of work - 11:45am - 1:45pm Monday to Friday
This is a term time role only.
The role will support our culinary team in delivering high-quality meals and maintaining a clean, organised kitchen environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food preparation and a keen eye for food safety standards. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in catering within a School setting.
This role will work in close co-operation with the Bursar to assist in providing a school meals service throughout school.
Duties
- Assist with meal preparation and food assembly in accordance with established recipes and standards
- Support the cooking process by preparing ingredients and basic dishes under supervision
- Serving dinners to junior and senior pupils and staff
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, including washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- Ensure food safety protocols are followed at all times, including proper storage and handling of ingredients
- Restock supplies and ingredients to ensure smooth kitchen operations throughout service periods
- Assist with catering events and special functions as needed
- Follow health and safety regulations diligently to ensure a safe working environment
Skills
- Previous experience in catering, restaurant work, or food preparation is desirable
- Knowledge of cooking techniques and meal preparation processes
- Familiarity with food safety standards and hygiene practices
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
- Good organisational skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills
- Willingness to learn new skills related to culinary arts and kitchen operations
This is a permanent, full-time post. The salary will be commensurate with the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
This role provides an excellent foundation for those interested in pursuing a career in hospitality catering. The successful candidate will be organised, proactive, and passionate about delivering quality service in a busy kitchen environment.
"The school embodies its ethos of kindness, honesty, resilience and hard work, successfully enabling the pupils to develop respect for themselves, the school and the community."
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 21 July 2026 at 5pm.
If you would like to discuss the role and find out more about the school before the interview, please contact Chris Bowker, Bursar at [email protected]
Hollygirt School is committed to safeguarding children. A full DBS disclosure will be required for all successful applicants, along with two references.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
