Kitchen Assistant

Compass Group UK; Crawley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food service provider in Crawley is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant on a part-time basis, contracted for 20 hours per week. The role involves preparing high-quality food, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should demonstrate strong teamwork, communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Opportunities for personal development and a range of employee benefits are available.

Benefits

Operational training and development

Life assurance scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Demonstrate ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Must be an excellent team player with a desire to succeed.
• Show exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communication

Team player

Ability to manage pressure

Organised approach

Flexibility in shifts

Reliability and timekeeping

Job description

Overview

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 20 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.

Perks and development

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

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 40 weeks per year

Responsibilities

Could you bring your spark to CH&CO? Here\'s what you need to know before applying:

• 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

Qualifications and qualities

• 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

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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!