Kitchen Assistant

Elior Uk; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 5,200 - 5,400; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working

28 days holiday

Pension

Life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Elior UK is hiring a Kitchen Assistant for Caterplus at Roswell Court. You’ll support the kitchen and front-line service, ensuring the dining area is clean, menus known, and customer care strong while assisting chefs.

This part-time weekend role offers 8 hours across Saturday and Sunday, with opportunities to grow within a much-loved, inclusive team that values wellbeing, training, and employee benefits such as free meals, generous holiday allowance, pension and life assurance.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Focused on the front line and delivering great service.
• Excellent communication skills and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Ensure thorough and up to date knowledge of menu and offers to provide relevant information to customers.
• Keep the kitchen area clean, presentable and well-stocked.
• Assist Chefs and support simple food preparation when needed.
• Operate relevant equipment safely and report maintenance issues.
• Assist at the till when required and follow correct procedures.
• Adhere to COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations and report incidents.

Skills

Customer service

Front line

Communication

Catering experience

Job description

Caterplus - More Than a Meal, It's a Community

At Roswell Court, within Caterplus, we don't just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart.

What you'll be doing...

As a Kitchen Assistant you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

• Ensure thorough and up to date knowledge and understanding of menu and special offers in order to provide relevant information to customers and clients
• Ensure the kitchen area is always clean, well presented and well-stocked
• Support the Chef(s), making sure the kitchen environment is to high standards with ad hoc duties in simple food prep from time to time
• Be responsible for smooth operation of relevant equipment reporting any maintenance issues in line with procedures
• Operate the till point as required, ensuring correct procedures are used
• Ensure that COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations are adhered to and any incidents are reported in line with procedures

Working Pattern: 8 Hours Per Week | Saturday and Sunday

Salary: £5,301.60 (£12.74 per hour)

Job ID: 7491

What can you bring?

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Excellent communication skills and a team player
• Catering experience essential

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That's why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here's what's waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn't run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life's important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We're a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here's the best part - 87% of our team say they're proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you're listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren't just policies, they're who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we're happy to help!