Kitchen Assistant

Places for People; Stow-on-the-Wold; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Places for People seeks a part-time kitchen assistant to support food preparation in an inclusive environment. The ideal candidate values community spirit, has experience in a kitchen, and thrives under pressure. Competitive salary, training opportunities, and benefits such as generous leave and pension plan available.

Benefits

Competitive salary with yearly reviews

Pension with matched contributions up to 7%

35 days annual leave plus buy/sell options

Cashback plan for healthcare costs

Bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%

Training and development opportunities

Discounts and offers from shops and cinemas

Qualifications

• Experience in a restaurant or kitchen.
• Knowledge of food hygiene practices.
• Experience handling and preparing food.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and presentation to company standards.
• Ensure cleanliness of all food areas.
• Support the chef during busy services.

Skills

Teamwork

Food Hygiene Knowledge

Food Preparation

Job description

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone who does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful, and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.

So, what are you waiting for? Join a Community that cares about you!

More about your role

To assist as directed with all aspects of preparation and presentation of food to the Company's standards in a clean and hygienic environment. Assist the chef during busy services where required to ensure the customer has a positive experience.

As part of your role, you will be required to assist the chef in the preparation of food and have knowledge of food hygiene to ensure all food areas are clean.

The role is part-time, working 16 hours a week. Your working hours will be:

• Wednesday - 11:30 - 15:30
• Friday - 17:00 - 21:00
• Sunday - 11:30 - 15:30

Please note this role is based on-site at Beechwood Park, Wintergreen Court, Fosseway, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire GL54 1FP.

For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.

More about you

The ideal applicant will be comfortable working in a restaurant/kitchen environment, have experience working as part of a team, and thrive in a busy environment.

The essential criteria for this role include:

• Previous experience in a restaurant or kitchen
• Knowledge of food hygiene
• Experience handling and prepping food

Benefits

We are a large, diverse, and ambitious business that offers many challenges and opportunities for growth.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Competitive salary, with yearly reviews
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Excellent holiday entitlement – 35 days annual leave, with options to buy or sell leave
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 savings per year
• A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
• Training and development opportunities
• Additional perks, including discounts and offers from shops, cinemas, and more