Kitchen Assistant

Compass Group UK; Wickford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Great operational training and dev

Life assurance scheme

Personal Development and Training

Wellbeing strategy including EAP

Regular social events

Holiday purchase scheme

Discount vouchers

Job summary

CH&CO, part of Compass Group UK&I, is hiring a Kitchen Assistant in Wickford for a part-time role of 15 hours per week. You will be part of a team focused on high-quality food, cleanliness, and safety, while representing CH&CO with a positive brand image.

The role offers development opportunities, training, and a supportive environment with benefits and recognition for great performance.

Qualifications

• An ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks.
• Excellent teamwork and communication.
• Commitment to reliability and timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights clients and customers.
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in the kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Ensuring the correct use of all machinery and equipment.
• Assisting with loading or unloading deliveries and supply vehicles.
• Representing CH&CO and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Complying with Food Hygiene standards.
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Pressure management

Team player

Organised

Desire to succeed

Work under pressure

Flexible shifts

Excellent timekeeping

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 15 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

Here's an idea of what your shift patterns will be: Mon-Fri (Full Time Days)

Please note: This role is contracted to 42.6 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!