Assistant Kitchen Chef
Are you passionate about nutritious, high-quality food? Are you looking for a new and rewarding role in a vibrant school community?
We are seeking a hard-working and dedicated Assistant Kitchen Chef to join our ‘Excellent’ school, helping to deliver healthy, balanced, and delicious meals for our pupils and staff.
About Abbotsford Preparatory School
Abbotsford Preparatory School is a co-educational independent school for children aged 4 months to 11 years old in Urmston.
As recently mentioned in the Manchester Evening News, we are proud to be one of the leading independent schools in the Trafford area! Rated ‘Outstanding’, Abbotsford has been judged as having the highest quality in education, behaviour and attitudes, and leadership at the school. With our exceptional 11+ provision, Abbotsford provides the necessary knowledge, concepts, skills, and discipline to equip children for further education as well as the ability to become confident and independent individuals for life during academia as well as beyond.
About the Role and You
Contract: Permanent, all year round
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 2:45pm
Salary: based on experience
Start Date: Immediate start available
About the Role
You will play a vital role in the smooth running of our school kitchen, supporting the Cook-in-Charge to prepare and serve nutritious meals to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting with the preparation and cooking of food and beverages.
- Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness at all times.
- Supporting the Cook-in-Charge in delivering meals to the required standard.
- Helping with the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, including dishwashing and cleaning duties.
- Washing up, loading and unloading the dishwasher, and handwashing larger items as needed.
- Assisting with setting up and sanitising lunch tables, including condiments and sauces.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in kitchen work and food preparation (essential).
- Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene standards.
- Reliable, approachable, and flexible, with a positive attitude.
- Keen to learn and undertake further training.
- A qualified First Aider (desirable, but not essential).
You’ll have strong attention to detail, a commitment to teamwork, and a genuine passion for delivering excellent food and service.
Why work at Abbotsford Prep?
- Be part of a collaborative, supportive, and friendly team that values your contribution.
- Access ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Free lunch provided daily
- Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme
- Life Assurance (3x annual salary)
- Wellness Programme
- Company Sick Pay
- Company Pension
- Make a difference every day in a school community that truly appreciates its staff.
If this sounds like the role for you, we encourage you to apply today!
We look forward to welcoming you to Abbotsford Prep!
To find out more about this role, please read our Job Description.
If this sounds like the role for you, we encourage you to apply today!
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please fill out our Application Form and return this to recruitment@alphaschools.co.uk along with your CV.
We look forward to welcoming you to Abbotsford Prep!
Abbotsford Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for ALL jobs will undergo appropriate child-protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to enhanced level, with costs covered by the company. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.