Kitchen Assistant: Growth-minded, Fast-Paced Food Prep

Compass Group UK; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK, on behalf of Chartwells, is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. The role is contracted to 37.5 hours per week across 42 weeks per year, with shift patterns Mon-Fri Days.

You’ll help deliver high‑quality food, maintain kitchen hygiene and support the delivery of great service across 6,000 venues. As part of Chartwells, you’ll contribute to a brand that values its people, benefits from progression opportunities, and recognises reliable,

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and work well under pressure.
• Excellent teamwork and communication at all levels.
• Committed and organised approach.
• Desire to succeed in the role.
• Flexible to work shifts.
• Exceptional timekeeping and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights 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 Chartwells and maintaining a positive brand image.
• Complying with Food Handling & Hygiene standards.
• Complying with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Pressure management

Team player

Organised

Reliable

Timekeeping

Flexible shifts

Job description

Compass Group UK, on behalf of Chartwells, is seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. The role is contracted to 37.5 hours per week across 42 weeks per year, with shift patterns Mon-Fri Days.

You’ll help deliver high‑quality food, maintain kitchen hygiene and support the delivery of great service across 6,000 venues. As part of Chartwells, you’ll contribute to a brand that values its people, benefits from progression opportunities, and recognises reliable,