Kitchen Assistant

Compass Group UK & Ireland; Leeds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I, operating through Chartwells, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant (Zero Hours) to support school catering operations on a casual basis. You will prep high-quality food, display appealing counter items, and handle cash transactions while upholding strict hygiene and safety standards.

The ideal candidate brings a positive attitude, a passion for customer service, and the ability to work well under pressure as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for helping customers.
• Passion for delivering great customer service.
• Willingness to work as part of a supportive team.
• Ability to thrive when handling busy periods and shifting demands.
• Strong time-management and reliability in a fast-paced setting.
• Prioritise safety and hygiene in every task.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Create appealing food and counter displays to attract customers.
• Represent Chartwells with a positive brand image.
• Handle transactions accurately at the cash register.
• Maintain highest standards of food handling and hygiene.
• Adhere to Health & Safety regulations to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer service

Team player

Under pressure

Time management

Safety awareness

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Job Introduction

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Kitchen Assistant (Zero Hours) to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells 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.

Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying:

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Crafting eye-catching food and counter displays that draw customers in
• Proudly representing Chartwells and and embodying our positive brand image
• Handling transactions with ease and operating the cash register efficiently
• Upholding the highest standards of Food Handling & Hygiene
• Ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to Health & Safety regulations

Our ideal Kitchen Assistant (Zero Hours) will:

• Bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
• Show genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service
• Excel as a supportive and collaborative team player
• Embrace the excitement of thriving under pressure
• Demonstrate impeccable time management and reliability
• Prioritise safety in every task you undertake
• Previous experience in a similar catering role is a bonus, but your enthusiasm is what truly matters

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Job Reference: com/1709/96918001/52821760/R/BU #State Schools

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!