Kitchen Assistant

Caterplus; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading catering service as a Kitchen Assistant, where you'll maintain high standards in food preparation and customer service. Enjoy flexible hours, generous benefits, and opportunities for career progression while making a difference in the community.

Benefits

FREE On-Site Lunches

Flexible Working

Holiday Allowance

Family Leave

Paid Charity Leave

Career Progression Opportunities

Wellbeing Benefits

Life Assurance & Pension Schemes

Discounts & Perks

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in delivering excellent customer service.
• Focus on front-line responsibilities.
• Catering experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of the menu and special offers.
• Keep the kitchen area clean and well-stocked.
• Support the Chef in food preparation.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Catering Experience

Job description

Job Description

This role is based at Cadogan Court and is part of our award-winning brand, Caterplus, one of the UK's leading catering services specializing in the care sector. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of local people by creating superb environments for the over 55 community. Our focus is on fostering social connections and friendships, providing quality, locally sourced food, and delivering warm customer service.

What you'll be doing...
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will have significant responsibilities and opportunities to grow within your role, becoming a vital member of our team.

• Maintain thorough and current knowledge of the menu and special offers to provide accurate information to customers and clients
• Keep the kitchen area clean, well-presented, and well-stocked
• Support the Chef(s) in maintaining high standards in the kitchen, including simple food preparation as needed
• Ensure the operation of relevant equipment is smooth, reporting any maintenance issues according to procedures
• Operate the till as required, following correct procedures
• Comply with COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety regulations, reporting incidents as per procedures

Working Pattern: 3 days out of 7, totaling 16 hours per week, with shifts between 7:00am - 7:00pm.
What can you bring?

• A genuine interest in delivering excellent customer service
• A focus on front-line responsibilities
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
• Catering experience is essential

Our way of saying thank you...
At Elior, we value our colleagues and offer generous rewards and benefits, including:

• FREE On-Site Lunches: Enjoy delicious, healthy meals every day at work
• Flexible Working: Balance work and personal life with flexible hours
• Holiday Allowance: Starting with 28 days, increasing to 31 days after two years
• Family Leave: Support for family commitments with dedicated leave options
• Paid Charity Leave: Volunteer for causes you care about with paid time off
• Career Progression Opportunities: Grow and develop professionally with ongoing learning
• Wellbeing Benefits: Access mental health support and wellbeing resources
• Life Assurance & Pension Schemes: Secure your financial future
• Discounts & Perks: Enjoy discounts on entertainment, leisure, and more, plus a cycle-to-work scheme

Why it's great to work for us...
Elior is a multi-award-winning company and one of the UK's leading contract caterers, with over 10,000 colleagues across sectors such as:

• Workplaces & Office Space
• Sporting Venues & Stadiums
• Attraction & Heritage Sites
• Public Sector & Defence
• Health, Care & Hospitals
• Schools, Colleges & Universities

We are dedicated to enriching lives every day and fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and supported.

87% of colleagues are proud to work here!
Elior Celebrates Equality
We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and diverse environment where differences are celebrated and everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

If you need support or adjustments during the application process, please let us know. We're happy to assist.

Interested? Click 'Apply now'

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