Kitchen Assistant

Elior Uk; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading catering company in the United Kingdom is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to ensure a clean and well-stocked kitchen while supporting the chef. You will provide excellent customer service and follow health and safety regulations. This role offers flexible hours and opportunities for growth. Enjoy free meals and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you're passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Free meals

Flexible working

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence.
• Focused on the front line.
• Excellent communication skills and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Ensure thorough knowledge and understanding of menu and special offers.
• Maintain a clean, well-presented, and well-stocked kitchen area.
• Support the chef with food preparation.
• Ensure smooth operation of relevant kitchen equipment.
• Operate the till point as required.
• Follow COSHH, Food Safety, and Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Customer service excellence

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Job description

As and when required based on business needs

Casual

The Broadway, England, HP7 0HL

£12.21 per hour

Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community

At Caterplus, we don’t just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart.

What you’ll be doing…

As a Kitchen Assistant you will have plenty of responsibility and opportunity to grow in your role, becoming a critical member of our team.

• Ensure thorough and up to date knowledge and understanding of menu and special offers in order to provide relevant information to customers and clients
• Ensure the kitchen area is always clean, well presented and well-stocked
• Support the Chef(s), making sure the kitchen environment is to high standards with ad hoc duties in simple food prep from time to time
• Be responsible for smooth operation of relevant equipment reporting any maintenance issues in line with procedures
• Operate the till point as required, ensuring correct procedures are used
• Ensure that COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations are adhered to and any incidents are reported in line with procedures

Working Pattern: Sunday availability required | As and when required based on business needs

What can you bring?

• Genuine interest in customer service excellence
• Focused on the front line
• Excellent communication skills and a team player

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

At Elior, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows. That’s why we make sure our team feels appreciated, supported, and set up for success! Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities.

One small thing - we welcome you to apply using the name you feel most comfortable with! No need for legal names at this stage.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

Not sure you match every single requirement? Apply anyway! Research shows that many people - especially women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - hold back unless they meet 100% of the criteria. But we hire for potential, not just experience. If you’re passionate and ready to grow, we want to hear from you!

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!

Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!