Kitchen Assistant

Chartwells Independent; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Personal development and training

Wellbeing programme

Holiday purchase scheme

Employee discounts

Social events

Training opportunities

Job summary

CH&CO is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant to join our team on a part-time basis (25 hours per week). You’ll be at the heart of our operation, helping deliver high-quality food and uphold the CH&CO brand and standards.

We value people, development, and teamwork, offering strong training and progression opportunities. Responsibilities include preparing food to a high standard, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, handling deliveries, and complying with hygiene and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and surroundings
• Ensure correct use of machinery and equipment
• Assist with loading or unloading deliveries
• Represent CH&CO and maintain brand image
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Comply with Health & Safety regulations

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

Skills

Team player

Work under pressure

Time management

Reliability

Flexibility

Communication skills

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 25 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 patterns will be: Mon-Fri (Full Time Days)

Please note: This role is contracted to 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 effective 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!