School Kitchen Assistant - Gravesend Part-Time | Monday-Friday | 10:00am-2:00pm | ASAP Start Academics Ltd are working with a welcoming school in Gravesend who are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join their school catering team. The Role As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support the smooth running of the school kitchen and help ensure pupils and staff receive a high standard of food and service. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation and serving of meals Supporting the kitchen team with general kitchen duties Cleaning and maintaining kitchen areas and equipment Washing up and ensuring the kitchen is kept clean and hygienic Assisting with stock and deliveries when required Following food hygiene, health and safety, and safeguarding procedures Helping to provide a friendly and professional service to pupils and staff About You The successful candidate will ideally have: Previous experience working in a kitchen, catering or similar environment A reliable and hardworking attitude A good understanding of food hygiene and health and safety The ability to work well as part of a team Good communication skills Experience working within a school or similar setting is desirable but not essential An Enhanced DBS suitable for working in a school, or willingness to obtain one The Details Location: Gravesend Hours: 10:00am-2:00pm, Monday-Friday Start: ASAP Pay: From £14.50 per hour Setting: School DBS: Enhanced DBS required This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a part-time, school-based catering role with consistent weekday hours. Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy