Kitchen Assistant

Compass Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading food services company in Wakefield is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant for a part-time role. The position offers opportunities for development and a supportive team environment. Responsibilities include food preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates will be team players with effective communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. The role is contracted for 44 weeks per year.

Benefits

Operational training and development

Life assurance scheme

Personal development opportunities

Wellbeing strategy

Holiday purchase scheme

High street discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability.
• Experience in food handling or similar roles can be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food for clients.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas.
• Ensure safe use of kitchen machinery.
• Assist with deliveries.
• Represent and uphold the brand image.

Skills

Team player

Ability to manage pressure

Effective communication

Organised approach

Flexibility to work shifts

Job description

We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for CH&CO on a part time basis, contracted to 17.5 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.

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

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

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

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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!