Kitchen Assistant

School Catering | Flexible Work Available | Immediate Starts

Berkeley Scott Education is currently recruiting reliable and enthusiastic General Assistants to work within schools and educational settings across Henley-on-Thames, Reading, Maidenhead, High Wycombe, Marlow, Wallingford and the surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking for flexible work, school-friendly hours, and the chance to be part of a supportive catering team.

Pay Rate

£13.00 – £14.80 per hour, depending on the school, assignment, location, experience, and shift requirements.

The Role

As a General Assistant, your duties may include:

• Assisting with food preparation and serving meals
• Setting up and clearing dining areas
• Operating tills where required
• Washing up and maintaining kitchen cleanliness
• Supporting chefs and catering teams with daily tasks
• Following food hygiene and health & safety procedures at all times

What We’re Looking For

• Previous catering, hospitality, kitchen, or customer service experience is beneficial
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• Good communication skills and professional presentation

Essential Safeguarding Requirement

As these roles are based in schools and educational environments, safeguarding requirements apply.

– You must hold a valid Enhanced DBS Certificate for the Child Workforce, preferably on the Update Service, or

– Be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS Child Workforce check before starting work.

Please note: Basic DBS, Standard DBS, or Adult Workforce DBS certificates are not suitable for these positions. A Child Workforce Enhanced DBS is required to work within school settings.

What’s On Offer?

• Competitive pay of £13.00 – £14.80 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Flexible shifts to suit your availability
• Monday to Friday opportunities
• School-friendly daytime hours
• Ongoing temporary and long-term assignments
• Opportunities to work across a variety of schools in the local area
• Support from a dedicated Berkeley Scott Education consultant

Apply Today

If you’re looking for flexible work as a General Assistant within schools across Henley-on-Thames and the surrounding areas, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and join Berkeley Scott Education, supporting schools with essential catering and hospitality staff.

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