Part-Time Kitchen Assistant

ACS Staffing Solutions; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Christmas Savings Club

Job summary

ACS Staffing Solutions is seeking a Catering / Kitchen Assistant in Cambridge. You will join a residential care team to help prepare and serve meals, maintain high hygiene levels and ensure residents enjoy a positive dining experience.

This role offers a stable, part-time pattern with no late evenings, weekends required, and potential overtime. Training is provided where needed, and prior catering experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Available to work weekends and the set shift pattern Friday - Tuesday 10am-2pm, these days/hours are non negotiable.
• Dependable, positive and happy working as part of a team with excellent hygiene standards.
• Full training can be provided for the right person.
• A Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification would be beneficial; basic understanding of kitchen equipment and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen team with food preparation and general catering duties.
• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments.
• Keep kitchen, dining and food preparation areas clean, tidy and organised.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures at all times.
• Help monitor stock levels and ensure supplies are available when needed.
• Minimise food waste wherever possible.
• Contribute ideas to improve the dining experience for residents.
• Work as part of a supportive team to provide a high standard of service to residents.

Skills

Dependable

Team player

Attention to detail

Hygiene minded

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Job description

Catering / Kitchen Assistant

Location: Hauxton, Cambridge

Salary: £13,988 per annum (£25,877.80 FTE)

Hours: 20 hours per week Friday - Tuesday 10am - 2pm

We’re looking for a friendly and reliable Catering / Kitchen Assistant to join a welcoming team within a residential care environment.

You’ll work alongside the kitchen team to help prepare and serve meals, maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and ensure residents enjoy a positive dining experience. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a part-time role with a consistent working pattern and no late evenings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the kitchen team with food preparation and general catering duties.
• Help with the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments.
• Keep kitchen, dining and food preparation areas clean, tidy and organised.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures at all times.
• Help monitor stock levels and ensure supplies are available when needed.
• Take care to minimise food waste wherever possible.
• Contribute ideas and feedback to help improve the dining experience.
• Work as part of a supportive team to provide a high standard of service to residents.

About You:

• Available to work weekends and the set shift pattern Friday - Tuesday 10am-2pm, these days / hours are non negotiable
• You’ll be dependable, positive and happy working as part of a team. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to detail and understands the importance of maintaining excellent hygiene standards.
• Previous experience in catering, hospitality or a similar environment would be an advantage, but full training can be provided for the right person.
• A Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification would be beneficial, along with a basic understanding of kitchen equipment and food safety.

Why Join?

• Part-time hours with a consistent schedule
• No late-night shifts
• Opportunity for occasional overtime
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Role with a genuine positive impact on residents
• 28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, pro rata
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Professional development opportunities
• Christmas Savings Club