Kitchen Assistant

Chartwells Schools; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free annual healthcare check

Mental health support

Perks at Work - exclusive benefits

Career training & development

Refer a friend bonus £500

Pension and life assurance

Job summary

Pabulum is recruiting a Kitchen Assistant on a part-time basis (16.25 hours/week) contracted to 43.6 weeks per year. You’ll help run a smooth kitchen, prepare fresh food, keep areas clean and support the team during every service.

This role is part of Compass Group UK&I, with focus on delivering high standards and a positive brand image across client sites.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritise tasks and communicate well at all levels.
• Excellent team player with a positive attitude.
• Committed and organised in a busy kitchen environment.
• Ability to work under pressure during service.
• Flexibility to work various shifts and patterns.
• Demonstrates punctuality and reliability at all times.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food for service.
• Keep the kitchen and surrounding areas clean and organised.
• Use all machinery and equipment correctly.
• Assist with loading and unloading deliveries.
• Represent Pabulum and maintain a positive brand image.
• Comply with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Task prioritisation

Team player

Organisation

Working under pressure

Flexible shifts

Timekeeping

Job description

About Us

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.

About Us

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.

About The Role

We're currently recruiting a Kitchen Assistant to join Pabulum on a part time basis, contracted to 16.25 hours per week.

You'll keep our kitchen running smoothly, helping to prepare fresh food, keeping everything clean and organised, and supporting the team through every service.

Please note: This role is contracted to 43.6 weeks per year

What You'll Do

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
• Keeping the kitchen and surrounding areas spotlessly clean
• Using all machinery and equipment correctly
• Helping to load and unload deliveries
• Representing Pabulum and maintaining a positive brand image
• Complying with Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards

What We Offer

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Aviva Digicare - Free annual healthcare check
• Employee Assistance Programme - Mental health support, offering confidential advice and resources to help you navigate personal and professional challenges
• Perks at Work - Access to exclusive benefits and wellbeing resources
• Career training & development opportunities - Including Apprenticeships and Career Pathways
• Earn up to £500 when you refer a friend
• Comprehensive pension scheme and life assurance

About You

Our ideal Kitchen Assistant will:

• Be able to prioritise tasks and communicate well at all levels
• Be an excellent team player
• Have a committed and organised approach
• Be able to work under pressure
• Be flexible to work shifts
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Job Reference: com/0611/42343001/52772479/BU #Pabulum

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!