Chef / Catering Assistant

Perennial; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity in Leeds is looking for a passionate Chef / Catering Assistant to join their team. This role involves preparing seasonal menus, maintaining food hygiene standards, and providing excellent service in a supportive environment. Ideal for those eager to develop in the catering industry.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Pension with up to 7% matching contributions

Sick Pay

Death in Service Benefit (3 x salary)

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Skilled in food preparation, cooking, and presentation in a café setting.
• Knowledge of First Aid in the workplace and food hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious menus and assist with daily café operations.
• Ensure food hygiene and safety standards are met.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking

Presentation

Food Hygiene

Allergen Knowledge

First Aid Knowledge

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

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About Us

Perennial is a charity dedicated to helping people in horticulture. We provide free support, information, advice, financial assistance, and services for horticulturalists and their loved ones facing illness, disability, bereavement, family breakdown, and financial difficulties.

Located in Leeds, West Yorkshire, and at York Gate—a vibrant arts and crafts garden, café, plant nursery, and shop—we are expanding and now open all week, welcoming more visitors daily.

We are seeking a Chef / Catering Assistant to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37.5 hours weekly, Wednesday to Sunday and on Bank Holidays.

The Benefits

• Salary circa £24,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension with up to 7% matching contributions
• Sick Pay
• Death in Service Benefit (3 x salary)
• Family-friendly policies, including options for extra or unpaid leave

This role is ideal for someone passionate about food, with a Level 2 food hygiene certificate, eager to develop in the catering industry within a friendly, supportive environment.

Our café focuses on using fresh, local produce, reflecting seasonal menus, and offering a beautiful setting overlooking our Mediterranean garden. If you enjoy delivering excellent service and want to advance your culinary career, consider joining us!

The Role

As our Chef / Catering Assistant, you will prepare delicious menus, assist with daily café operations, ensure food hygiene and safety standards, cater to dietary requirements, and aim to earn a First Aid at Work Certificate.

About You

• Skilled in food preparation, cooking, and presentation in a café setting
• Knowledge of First Aid in the workplace
• Up-to-date food hygiene and allergen knowledge
• Familiar with Food Standards Agency requirements
• Willingness to undertake further food safety training
• Minimum Level 2 food hygiene certificate

Other titles for this role include Kitchen Assistant, Cook, or Café Chef.

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