Kitchen Assistant

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Gainsborough Primary and Nursery Academy

Kitchen Assistant

Hours- 10 hours per week Monday to Friday 12 to 2pm

Salary- Grade 2 SCP 3- £24,796.00 Full Time Equivalent- Actual Salary- £5634.10

Term Time Only

Temporary for 1 academic year in the first instance

Gainsborough Primary & Nursery Academy are looking to recruit a hard-working, reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team in September 2026.

This is a temporary role for one academic year in the first instance.

This role will involve:

· Carrying out basic food preparation;

· Serving food and drinks to pupils and staff;

· Tidying and cleaning the dining room and kitchen areas

· Washing up

The successful candidate must: -

· Be enthusiastic and hardworking

· Work well in a fast-paced kitchen environment

· Work well as part of a team

· Be willing to undertake necessary training e.g. food hygiene certificate

· Have experience of undertaking basic kitchen tasks.

· Have a good understanding of health and safety in the workplace

· Have a good knowledge of food hygiene and cleanliness standards

· Be reliable and punctual

· Have a friendly and approachable manner

· Have a patient and positive attitude towards children.

· Be flexible and willing to help where needed.

In return we can offer: -

· an experienced and supportive team of staff;

· a happy school community where respect and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do;

· opportunities for training and continual professional development;

· access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (counselling services, GP anytime, musculoskeletal services etc);

· discounted gym membership;

· free annual flu jab.

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be taken up for all shortlisted candidates prior to the interview. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Application forms and further details are available from the Academy website. Please forward completed application forms to Mrs Z Holloway HR Officer by e-mail hr@alexandraacademytrust.co.uk

Closing date: Noon on Thursday 2nd July