Kitchen Assistant

Are you passionate about nutritious food? Are you looking for a new and exciting role? This could be the role for you!

We are currently looking for a hard-working Kitchen Assistant to join our ‘Excellent’ school in, Bingley.

About Lady Lane Park School
Lady Lane isn't just an outstanding place to learn, it's a great place to work too!

We pride ourselves on a friendly atmosphere, aiming at fulfilling not only the best potential of our pupils, but also of our staff, through varied training and an excellent support system.

It is an approach that has made us one of the most respected independent schools in Bingley at both Nursery and Prep level. 

About the Position

Contract Type: Part-time, term time

Working Pattern: 11:15 am – 2pm, Monday to Friday

Salary: NLW

Start Date: Sep 2025

Your Main Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting the Cook-In-Charge with preparation of food and beverages and cooking meals.
• Ensuring high standards of food safety and safe working practices.
• Helping and supporting the Cook-In-Charge to deliver the menu meals to the required standard when necessary.
• Supporting the Cook-In-Charge in the effective operation of the kitchen.
• Washing up, loading, and emptying the dishwasher throughout the day, including hand washing of any crockery and large cooking items.
• Helping to sanitise and set tables for lunch, including condiments and sauces.

About You: We are looking for someone who has:

• Experience of working safely with food.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience of working in a busy kitchen environment.

• A collaborative team player and self-motivated.
• Professional and positive at all times.
• Friendly and approachable.

Why Lady Lane?

• You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives during their crucial developmental years.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment that values your expertise and ideas.
• Ongoing professional development and training to enhance your skills and career prospects.
• Small class sizes.
• Teaching and learning focus.
• Access to excellent resources and facilities to support your teaching and learning strategies.
• Pastoral development
• Bonus offered for our ‘Refer a Friend Scheme’.
• Wellness programme.
• Lunch provided.
• Life Assurance ( 3x Annual Salary)
• Company Pension and Sick Pay

To learn more about this role, please read our Job Description.

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.

If you feel like this role aligns with your skill set and experience, we encourage you to apply!

We look forward to welcoming you to Lady Lane Park School.

Lady Lane Park School and Nursery 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, costs are 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.