Kitchen Assistant

Hafod; Brighton; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Hafod is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to support the Cook in delivering nutritious meals for residents in our Extra Care Scheme. This part-time, on-site role involves helping with meal preparation, plating and serving, while keeping the kitchen clean and compliant with food safety standards.

You will be part of a friendly team, receive full training and build experience in a caring environment. The role is 18 hours per week at £12.71 per hour, with permanent status and visa sponsorship not

Qualifications

• Positive, practical approach with willingness to learn and training.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure in a busy kitchen environment.
• Commitment to delivering a high-quality service and responding to individual needs.
• A caring and respectful attitude, with understanding and reliability when supporting older people.
• Previous catering or care experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, cooking and presentation of meals and beverages to a high standard.
• Maintain excellent hygiene and cleanliness across the kitchen and dining areas in line with food safety standards.
• Carry out general kitchen duties such as washing up, setting tables and serving meals.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is used safely and report any faults or issues.
• Follow health and safety, food hygiene and COSHH policies always while working as part of a team.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Positive, practical approach

Calm under pressure

Caring attitude

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

Company: Hafod Salary: from £12.71 an hour Hours: Part-time Location: CF72 8FE Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 10 Nov 2026 Closing date: 23 Nov 2026

Make a difference every day as a Kitchen Assistant at Hafod.

This is a permanent, part time role, working 18-hours a week.

You will play an important role in supporting the Cook to prepare and serve nutritious, high-quality meals for residents within our Extra Care Scheme. This is a hands-on role where your contribution helps create a safe, hygienic and welcoming dining experience for older people, supporting their wellbeing and independence.

We put people first, offering great training, supportive teams and opportunities to grow your career in care.

Please note: We're unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

What you’ll be doing

Assist with the preparation, cooking and presentation of meals and beverages to a high standard

Maintain excellent hygiene and cleanliness across the kitchen and dining areas in line with food safety standards

Carry out general kitchen duties such as washing up, setting tables and serving meals

Ensure kitchen equipment is used safely and report any faults or issues

Follow health and safety, food hygiene and COSHH policies always while working as part of a team

What you’ll bring

A positive, practical approach with a willingness to learn and undertake trainingGood communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a teamThe ability to work calmly under pressure in a busy kitchen environmentA commitment to delivering a high-quality service and responding to individual needsA caring and respectful attitude, with understanding and reliability when supporting older peoplePrevious catering or care experience is desirable but not essential. We'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

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