Kitchen Assistant

Chartwells; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service is seeking a passionate and motivated Kitchen Assistant in Bishop's Stortford. You will prepare high-quality food, maintain cleanliness, and ensure safe kitchen practices while working in a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong teamwork, pressure management, and reliability. The position offers full-time hours on a flexible shift pattern, with opportunities for career progression within a recognized company that values diversity and investment in its people.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Learning and development opportunities

Recognition for achievements

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritize tasks.
• Effective communication at all levels.
• Commitment and organized approach to tasks.
• Desire to succeed in the role.
• Flexibility in working shifts.
• Exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and areas.
• Ensure the correct use of machinery.
• Assist with deliveries and supplies.
• Represent the brand positively.
• Comply with hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Ability to manage pressure

Effective communication

Team player

Organizational skills

Flexibility to work shifts

Timekeeping and reliability

Job description

We’re looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 35 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.

Here’s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: 5 out of 7 days.

Please note: This role is contracted to 43 weeks per year.

Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here’s what you need to know before applying:

• 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 Chartwells 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

As part of Compass you’ll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK’s biggest businesses.

Job Reference: com/0912/98873001/52780267/BU #Independent

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!