What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Assistant position at East Sussex College?
Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in keeping things clean, organised, and running smoothly?
Do you enjoy working as part of a team to deliver great food and excellent service every day?
We are looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant to come and join our team at the Lewes campus.
This role will include:
- assisting in serving customers
- working a cash till at our busy Lewes campus
- assisting with kitchen duties helping chefs with food preparation
If you can demonstrate the following, then we would like to hear from you:
- understanding of food hygiene desirable but not essential as training will be provided
- willingness to work as part of a team
- excellent organisation skills and a flexible attitude
- Closing date: 26th August 2026
- Interview Date: w/c 31st August 2026
College location: Based at our Lewes Campus.
Annual salary: Circa £11,100 (Based on £24,900 FTE)
Hours: Term Time Only - 20 Hours/37 Weeks
In return, we can offer you:
A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.
To Apply and view the Job Description & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the 'Apply' link below.
For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email peopleservices@escg.ac.uk. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.
OTHER INFORMATION:
East Sussex College is a values-driven Further Education college with over 1,300 colleagues and 5,500 students across campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, and Newhaven. We offer a wide range of programmes including A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, higher education, and adult learning.
Our ESC PROUD Values: Positivity – Respect – Opportunity – Unity – Diversity
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles require enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.
We are also committed to making our recruitment process accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please contact People Services at peopleservices@escg.ac.uk and we will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptations.
At East Sussex College, we celebrate individuality and strive for an inclusive, equitable workplace. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including Black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities and LGBTQIA individuals.
Please note: Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.
Recruitment Agencies
We prefer to hire our people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we require additional support. We will be in touch if we need you.
Salary : $11,100