Kitchen Assistant

Compass Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering company in Greater London is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant to join their Healthcare team. The role requires preparing high-quality food, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and complying with food safety standards. Ideal candidates should be organized, reliable, and able to work under pressure while demonstrating effective communication skills. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Opportunities for learning and development

Employee recognition programs

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Excellent team player with a committed and organised approach.
• Flexible to work on rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Ability to manage pressure

Effective communication

Excellent team player

Organised approach

Timekeeping

Flexibility to work shifts

Job description

We\'re looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Healthcare on a full time basis, contracted to 38.5 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.

Here\'s an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Rotating shifts

Could you bring your spark to Healthcare? Here’s what you need to know before applying:

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 Healthcare 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.

Job Reference: com/0110/42637001/52691953/R/BU #White Oaks

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!