Kitchen Assistant

Compass Group UK; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A food service company in Basingstoke is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant for a part-time position (10 hours/week). You will be integral to the kitchen team, preparing high-quality meals and maintaining cleanliness. Ideal candidates will possess strong teamwork skills and the ability to work under pressure. This role emphasizes opportunities for personal development and is contracted for 44 weeks per year, including various employee benefits like training and holiday purchase schemes.

Benefits

Great operational training

Life assurance scheme

Personal development opportunities

Wellbeing strategy

Regular social events

Holiday purchase scheme

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Demonstrates exceptional timekeeping and reliability.
• Flexible to work shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Ensure correct use of machinery and equipment.
• Assist with loading or unloading deliveries.
• Represent the brand positively.
• Comply with food handling & hygiene standards.
• Follow health & safety regulations.

Skills

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Effective communication

Organised approach

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 10 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 be 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!

• 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

Shift Pattern

• Mon: Full-time (Days)
• Tues: Full-time (Days)
• Weds: Full-time (Days)
• Thurs: Full-time (Days)
• Fri: Full-time (Days)
• Sat:
• Sun:

Note: This role is contracted to 44 weeks per year.

What You Need To Know Before Applying

Key Responsibilities

• 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

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 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!