Kitchen Assistant

Neath Port Talbot; Wales; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council is seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant to support its hospitality team. The role involves assisting in meal preparation, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and serving meals in a respite unit. No formal qualifications are required as training will be provided. The position offers a competitive employment package, including a generous pension contribution and access to discounted gym memberships. The role is based in Port Talbot, requiring work from a fixed location.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Local Government Pension Scheme with 22.4% employer contributions

Discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts via Smart Spend app

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required; training will be provided.
• Ability to work in accordance with an agreed schedule.
• Willingness to contribute to a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cook in the preparation of high-quality meals.
• Clean the kitchen and maintain hygienic conditions.
• Serve meals and undertake general kitchen duties.

Skills

Assisting in meal preparation

Food safety compliance

Cleaning and maintaining hygiene

Job description

Details of the job are provided below. Further information is available in the Job Description and Person Specification.

Job details

Job reference REQ04954
Date posted 18/12/2025
Application closing date 18/01/2026
Location Trem Y Mor
Salary £24,796.00 - £25,583.00 per annum pro rata
Package Generous holiday entitlement, Employee Assistance Programme, Local Government Pension Scheme with 22.4% employer contributions, discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure and excellent development opportunities
Contractual hours 20 Basis Part time
Job category/type Blank
Attachments: Reasons to Work for Neath Port Talbot Council.pptx
Kitchen Assistant REQ04954 JDPS.docx

Location of post: Trem Y Mor Scarlet Avenue Sandfields PortTalbot

Your workstyle in this role will require you to work from a fixed workplace.

About the role:

We are currently seeking an individual to join our team as a Kitchen Assistant.

Trem y Mor supports individuals with complex disabilities; it is a purpose built 16 bedroom respite unit and day service. The service is in an enviable position on the Aberavon promenade with uninterrupted views of the sea.

The Hospitality team consists of 5 people, working together to provide high quality meals for the individuals that access the service.

As a Kitchen assistant, you will work part of a team and be able to work in accordance with the agreed schedule. Comply with food safety regulations and maintain high standards.

You will be expected to contribute to the smooth running of the service and maintain hygienic conditions within the kitchen and undertake kitchen duties such as:

• Assisting the cook in preparation of high-quality meals
• Washing up
• Cleaning the kitchen and equipment
• Serving meals
• Preparation of simple varied meals

There are no formal qualifications required for this post; training will be provided.

• Hybrid working (in some roles) and flexible working schemes to improve your work life balance
• Benefit from a competitive employee package with a remarkable 22.4% employer pension contribution
• Access discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure
• Utilise the cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and cycling equipment
• Purchase a new car through Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
• Enjoy exclusive discounts at local and national retailers with the Smart Spend app through our staff wellbeing group.

For an informal discussion, please contact Helen Burton.

DBS requirements: This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Neath Port Talbot Council is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our employees are equally committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all vulnerable adults and will take action to safeguard their wellbeing.

The recruitment process for this post will be underpinned by rigorous safer recruitment assessment to ensure that children and young people are protected.

Welsh Language Requirements: Welsh language skills are not required.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh; applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.