Catering Assistant20-Barnes Farm Primary

Compass Group UK; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 8,500 - 9,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great operational training and develop

Life assurance scheme

Personal Development and Training

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular social events

Holiday purchase scheme

Discount vouchers

Job summary

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, seeks a motivated Kitchen Assistant in Chelmsford for a part-time role (20 hours per week) contracted to 43.6 weeks per year. You will help prepare high-quality food, maintain cleanliness, and support with deliveries while upholding brand standards.

We provide extensive training, life assurance, personal development, wellbeing support, and access to employee discounts and events to help you grow within the team.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent team player with reliable timekeeping.
• Committed, organised, and motivated to succeed in the role.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts and uphold standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food and delight clients and customers.
• Maintain a high standard of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ensure safe use of all machinery and equipment.
• Assist with loading/unloading deliveries and supplies.
• Represent CH&CO upholding a positive brand image.
• Adhere to Food Handling, Hygiene and Health & Safety rules.

Skills

Pressure management

Communication at all levels

Team player

Timekeeping

Job description

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for CH&CO on a part time basis, contracted to 20 hours per week. You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand but most of all pride in their people. You'll get given every opportunity to progress within a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

Working with us has its perks! People are at the heart of everything we do, so we've developed a range of benefits and development opportunities:

• Great operational training and development
• Life assurance scheme
• Personal Development and Training opportunities - We are passionate about our growing team
• A great wellbeing strategy - including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular social events and communication with our leaders
• A holiday purchase scheme
• Access to some great high street discount vouchers

Here’s an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Mornings
• Tues: Mornings
• Weds: Mornings
• Thurs: Mornings
• Fri: Mornings

Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year

Could you bring your spark to CH&CO? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding areas
• Ensuring the correct use of all machinery and equipment
• Assisting with the loading or unloading of deliveries and supply vehicles
• Representing CH&CO and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Kitchen Assistant will:

• Demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels
• Be an excellent team player
• Have a committed and organised approach
• Have a desire to succeed in your role
• Possess the ability to work under pressure
• Be flexible to work shifts
• Demonstrate Exceptional timekeeping and reliability

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CH&CO, a part of Compass Group UK&I, is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!