Kitchen Assistant

Chartwells; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant on a part-time contract of 25 hours per week. The ideal candidate will have excellent timekeeping and the ability to work under pressure and as part of a team. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality food, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with deliveries. Join us for competitive pay, great perks, and opportunities for career development within one of the UK's largest businesses.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Great perks

Opportunities for learning and development

Qualifications

• Demonstrate ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Excellent team player with a committed approach.
• Show flexibility to work shifts and maintain reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food that delights clients.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and areas.
• Ensure correct use of machinery and equipment.
• Assist with loading and unloading deliveries.
• Represent the company positively and comply with hygiene standards.
• Follow Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Ability to manage pressure

Effective communication

Team player

Organised approach

Desire to succeed

Flexibility for shifts

Exceptional timekeeping

Job description

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Chartwells 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.

Shift Pattern

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

Please note: This role is contracted to 39.2 weeks per year.

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 Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations

Ideal Candidate

• 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.

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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!