Kitchen Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading catering company in Brentwood is seeking a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant on a part-time basis (25 hours/week). You will prepare high-quality food, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and comply with hygiene standards. The ideal candidate is a team player, organised, and possesses excellent timekeeping skills. This role offers competitive pay and opportunities for progression within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Opportunities for learning and development

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks.
• Be an excellent team player.
• Have a committed and organised approach.
• Possess the ability to work under pressure.
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Ensuring the correct use of all machinery.
• Assisting with deliveries and supply vehicles.
• Representing the company positively.
• Complying with food handling and hygiene standards.
• Complying with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Ability to manage pressure

Effective communication skills

Team player

Organised approach

Flexibility to work shifts

Exceptional timekeeping

Reliability

Job description

Overview

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

Here\'s an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

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

Please note: This role is contracted to 37.8 weeks per year

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

About Compass

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

Job Reference: com/2410/G91301/52771242/BU #Independent

Equal opportunities

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!