Kitchen Assistant

Chartwells Independent; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwells Independent is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant to be the heart of our operation. This full-time role is 40 hours per week, contracted to 40.6 weeks per year, with opportunities to progress within a company that values its people.

You will prepare delicious, high-quality food, maintain kitchen cleanliness, ensure safe use of equipment, assist with deliveries, and uphold Chartwells’ brand. Join Compass Group UK&I for a supportive team and clear development pathways.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Excellent team player with a committed and organised approach.
• Desire to succeed and ability to work under pressure.
• Flexibility to work shifts and exceptional timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Maintain a high standard of kitchen cleanliness and surrounding areas.
• Ensure the correct use of all machinery and equipment.
• Assist with loading or unloading deliveries and supplies.
• Represent Chartwells and maintain a positive brand image.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards and Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Pressure management

Team player

Organised

Desire to succeed

Work under pressure

Shift flexibility

Timekeeping

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 40 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.

Please note: This role is contracted to 40.6 weeks per year

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 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.

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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!