Kitchen Assistant

Chartwells; Kirklees; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 15,153; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Operational training

Life assurance

Personal Development

Wellbeing program

Social events

Holiday purchase

Discount vouchers

Job summary

CH&CO is recruiting a dedicated Kitchen Assistant (Zero Hours) to support daily operations for CH&CO customers in Kirklees. The role is casual, with zero fixed hours per week, offering opportunities to gain experience in a dynamic hospitality environment.

You’ll help with food preparation, cleanliness, and safety, while benefiting from the company’s commitment to development, wellbeing, and employee recognition. Training and flexible shifts support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Commitment to upholding food safety and hygiene standards

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and surrounding areas
• Ensure proper use of equipment and machinery
• Assist with loading/unloading deliveries and supplies
• Represent CH&CO with a positive brand image
• Adhere to Food Handling & Hygiene standards
• Follow Health & Safety regulations

Skills

Time management

Team player

Communication

Reliability

Job description

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Kitchen Assistant (Zero Hours) to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in CH&CO on a permanent casual basis, contracted to 0 hours per week.

As a Kitchen Assistant (Zero Hours), you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

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

Could you bring your spark to CH&CO? 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 CH&CO 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

Job Reference: com/2107/47835001/52821762/WJ #Chartwells

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!