Kitchen Assistant

City Health Care Partnership CIC; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

City Health Care Partnership CIC is seeking a kitchen assistant in Hull to help with safe meal preparation and hygienic kitchen operations. You will support cooks, maintain cleanliness, and assist with dishwashing and stock, contributing to a patient‑facing meal service.

Collaboration and reliable communication are essential in this healthcare setting. Applicants with Basic Food Hygiene Level 2 and a flexible, patient‑centred approach will fit well, especially those with previous kitchen or

Qualifications

• Certificate in Basic Food Hygiene Level 2.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to organise your work and manage busy periods.
• A flexible, supportive approach to working in a healthcare setting.
• Transferable kitchen or hospitality experience welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Support the cook with basic meal preparation and safe food service.
• Keep kitchen areas clean, tidy and well organised in line with food safety rules.
• Wash dishes, manage cleaning duties and complete cleaning records.
• Help with menu orders, meal trolleys and stocking beverage bays.
• Use kitchen equipment safely and report any issues straight away.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene Level 2

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Flexible attitude

Job description

In this role, you'll be trusted to keep our kitchen running safely and smoothly, ensuring patients receive nutritious meals in a clean and welcoming environment. You'll work closely with cooks and other colleagues to support daily food preparation and maintain high hygiene standards. Your work will help create a safe space for patients and staff, supporting their wellbeing through reliable, well-organised meal services. You'll be part of a friendly team where good communication and teamwork are central to how we work.

Please note that this advertised vacancy does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and therefore City Health Care Partnership would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role

Main duties of the job

What you'll do:

• Support the cook with basic meal preparation and safe food service
• Keep kitchen areas clean, tidy and well organised in line with food safety rules
• Wash dishes, manage cleaning duties and complete cleaning records
• Help with menu orders, meal trolleys and stocking beverage bays
• Use kitchen equipment safely and report any issues straight away

Main duties of the job

What you'll do:

• Support the cook with basic meal preparation and safe food service
• Keep kitchen areas clean, tidy and well organised in line with food safety rules
• Wash dishes, manage cleaning duties and complete cleaning records
• Help with menu orders, meal trolleys and stocking beverage bays
• Use kitchen equipment safely and report any issues straight away

What we're looking for:

• Basic Food Hygiene Level 2 (or equivalent)
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to organise your work and manage busy periods
• A flexible, supportive approach to working in a healthcare setting
• You might have experience in kitchens or hospitality, but we welcome people with transferable skills

We value fairness, respect and inclusion, and we welcome applications from people with different backgrounds and experiences.

About us

At CHCP, we're passionate about people and we know that you are too, that's why we're here isn't it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.

Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders and their thoughts and opinions are always heard at CHCP you have a real voice.

Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliver first class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Certificate in Basic food hygiene level 2

Knowledge

Desirable

• Knowledge of COSHH regulations and safe working practices
• Knowledge of Health and Safety at work act and requirements

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a kitchen and a health care setting
• Experience of working in a busy environment

Desirable

• Experience of maintaining records

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .

Employer details

Employer name

City Health Care Partnership CIC

Address

Holy Name Rehabilitation Centre

240 Hall Road

Hull

HU6 8AT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.chcpcic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)