Kitchen Assistant

Bedfordshire
Bedford Girls' School
Part-time
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Summary

We have an exciting opportunity available to join our Catering Team!

Detail

Kitchen Assistant

Paid as Advised

£12.25 per hour

About Bedford Girls’ School:

At Bedford Girls’ School, we believe in empowering our students to become confident, compassionate, and accomplished individuals who aspire to change the world around them. We achieve outstanding academic excellence and are dedicated to offering a truly holistic education.

The Role:

The post holder will work under the direction of the Head Chef and Catering Manager to:

- Assist with the preparation and service of food to the required standard.

- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene within all catering and dining areas.

- Ensure that food counters, condiments, and equipment are replenished during service.

- Assist with the receipt, storage, and rotation of stock as required.

- Adhere at all times to food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations.

What We’re Looking For:

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate:

- A hard-working, flexible, and professional approach.

- Effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

- Good organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment.

- Previous experience of working in a catering environment (desirable, but not essential).

- A Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (desirable).

Why Join Bedford Girls’ School:

- Be part of an outstanding forward-looking school who have an ambitious vision to develop the next generation of creative thinkers, change-makers and problem-solvers.

- Become a member of a friendly inclusive community which values its employees, offering opportunities for professional development and growth.

- We offer a wide range of benefits including an excellent pension scheme, life insurance, hospital surgical treatment insurance, and a cash plan scheme that includes a variety of wellbeing benefits.

Closing date: Sunday 31st August 2025

Interview date: To be confirmed

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as immediate interviews are available for exceptional candidates. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.

At Bedford Girls’ School, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We believe that a diverse team enriches our school community and helps us better meet the needs of our students.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.