Kitchen Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading food service company in Torquay is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant for a full-time role. You'll be responsible for preparing delicious food, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with hygiene standards. Ideal candidates are flexible, reliable, and skilled in teamwork. Join an organization that values diversity and offers great perks and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Great perks

Opportunities for learning and development

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Demonstrated effective communication at all levels.
• Exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients and customers.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Comply with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Assist with deliveries and represent the brand positively.

Skills

Pressure management

Team player

Organised approach

Effective communication

Reliability

Flexibility

Job description

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Compass Group UK&I on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 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: Variable shifts

Please note: This role is contracted to 44 weeks per year.

Could you bring your spark to Compass Group UK&I? 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 Compass Group UK&I 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.

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!