Part-Time Kitchen Assistant — Growth, Team & Impact

Compass Group UK; Horley; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Group UK is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Chartwells on a part-time basis (20 hours per week). Shift pattern Mon-Fri days, with a commitment of 42.6 weeks per year. You will join a team that takes pride in their food, brand, and people, with real opportunities to progress.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness, safe equipment use, and supporting deliveries. Chartwells emphasizes safety and service in education settings.

Qualifications

• Food safety and handling awareness.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong teamwork and communication within a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality, tasty food for clients and customers.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and surrounding areas.
• Ensure correct use of all kitchen machinery and equipment.
• Assist with loading/unloading deliveries and supplies.
• Represent Chartwells and maintain a positive brand image.
• Adhere to Food Handling, Hygiene, and Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Food prep

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Compass Group UK is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Chartwells on a part-time basis (20 hours per week). Shift pattern Mon-Fri days, with a commitment of 42.6 weeks per year. You will join a team that takes pride in their food, brand, and people, with real opportunities to progress.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness, safe equipment use, and supporting deliveries. Chartwells emphasizes safety and service in education settings.