18 kitchen assistant jobs found

Job Title: Café Supervisor/Sous Chef Location: Hook Are you passionate about food, customer service, and creating a warm and inviting café atmosphere? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy leading a team? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our client as a Café Supervisor/Sous Chef! Hours: Monday to Friday ; 09:30 - 14:30 What You'll Do: As the Café Supervisor/Sous Chef, you will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of our café. Your responsibilities will include: Supervision: Oversee the daily running of the café, ensuring everything is operating efficiently. Food Prep: Assist in preparing delicious meals and snacks for breakfast, lunch, and our all-day menu offerings. Customer Service: Serve customers at the café counter, taking payments with a friendly smile and providing top-notch service. Team Management: Cover for the Café Supervisor during their absence, including managing the team and ensuring all tasks are...

Kitchen Assistant - Tunbridge Wells £12.71 per hour | Agency Work | Immediate Start Available We are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant on behalf of our client in Tunbridge Wells. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly kitchen team through a reputable agency, with flexible working options available. 🧾 The Role: As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations. Duties include: Assisting with basic food preparation Washing utensils, crockery, and kitchen equipment Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards Supporting chefs with general kitchen tasks Ensuring health & safety procedures are followed at all times ✅ Requirements: Previous kitchen or catering experience preferred but not essential Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Reliable, punctual, and a team player Food hygiene certificate (desirable but can be arranged) 💷 What's on Offer: Competitive pay of £12.71 per hour Flexible shifts to...

Key Responsibilities: Food Preparation Assist chefs with basic food prep such as washing, peeling, and cutting ingredients. Prepare simple dishes under supervision (e.g., salads, sides, sandwich prep). Ensure all prep areas are kept stocked and organised. Cleaning & Hygiene Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, including surfaces, equipment, and floors. Wash dishes, utensils, and cookware using manual or industrial dish-washing methods. Follow all food safety and hygiene standards (e.g., HACCP procedures). Dispose of waste and recycling correctly. Kitchen Support Unpack, store, and rotate deliveries following FIFO stock rotation. Assist in keeping storage areas clean and well?organised. Support chefs during busy periods as required. Carry out any additional tasks delegated by the chef or manager

School Kitchen Assistant (Term Time Only) 📍 Location: Allington 💷 Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour 🕒 Hours: School Hours | Term Time Only We are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to work within a busy school kitchen in Allington. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone seeking work during school hours, with weekends and school holidays off. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with the preparation of food and meals for pupils Serving food and supporting during busy lunch periods Cleaning kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas Washing up and maintaining high standards of hygiene Following food safety and health & safety guidelines Requirements: Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment is beneficial A valid DBS check is required (or willingness to obtain one) Good communication and teamwork skills Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced environment What We Offer: Competitive pay rate of £12.71 per hour School hours - ideal for...

Kitchen Assistant Location: Bearsted, Kent Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour Hours: Term Time Only Sector: Education / School Catering Employment Type: Agency We are currently recruiting a Kitchen Assistant to work in a school-based kitchen in Bearsted, supporting the preparation and service of meals for students and staff during term time. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with food preparation and basic cooking tasks Serving meals to pupils and staff Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen Washing up and cleaning kitchen equipment Following food safety and health & safety procedures at all times Requirements: Enhanced DBS certificate (or willingness to obtain one) Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment preferred A positive, reliable, and team-focused attitude Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Commitment to safeguarding children What's on Offer: Competitive pay at £12.71 per hour Term-time only work - ideal for...

️ Job Opportunity: Kitchen Assistants - Middlesbrough Area (Agency Work) Berry Recruitment Darlington is currently registering agency kitchen assistants to cover temporary roles within schools in the Middlesbrough area. These roles are as-required, ideal for candidates looking to top up their regular hours or seeking flexible part-time work. 🕒 Working Hours: Typically 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM or 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM, depending on the school's requirements. 👨‍🍳 Duties Include: Assisting with food preparation Serving meals to students and staff Washing up and cleaning kitchen equipment Maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas Following food hygiene and safety procedures Supporting the cook or catering team as needed💼 Requirements: Previous kitchen or catering experience preferred Driving licence and own transport preferred but not essential Must hold a current Enhanced DBS on the update service (£18/year) - or be willing to pay £59.50 for a new Enhanced DBS Completion...

General Assistant / Bar Packer Location: Belfast International Airport, Antrim Pay: £12.71 per hour Shifts: 8-hour shifts between 6:00am - 7:00pm About the Role We are currently recruiting for a General Assistant / Bar Packer to join our catering team at Belfast International Airport. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role supporting the preparation and packing of food and beverage items for airline services. You'll play a key part in ensuring flights are supplied with high-quality products while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and efficiency. Key Responsibilities Assisting chefs with preparing chilled meals and assembling food trays Packing and preparing bar items and catering supplies for flights Stacking shelves and rotating stock to ensure freshness Carrying out food inspections and completing required paperwork Maintaining excellent hygiene and cleanliness standards Supporting general kitchen and clean-up duties Preparing goods ready for delivery onto...

We are currently hiring an experienced Kitchen - Food Production Operative to work for our client in Park Royal. Job Title: Kitchen - Food Production Operative Pay Rate: £12.71 Location: Park Royal, Hours: 08:30 AM to 5:30 PM Role Overview: We are seeking a reliable Production Operative to join our team at Park Royal. This role involves assisting with food preparation, meal assembly, packaging, operating machinery or manual tools, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. You will play a vital role in ensuring meals are prepared safely and efficiently according to company standards. Key Responsibilities: Food Preparation: Washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients accurately. Cooking and Assembly: Assisting in cooking processes and assembling meals following recipes and quality standards. Operating Machinery/Tools: Operating machinery or manual tools to produce or package goods safely and efficiently. Packaging: Correctly packaging, labeling, and storing...

Job Opportunity: School Chef - Across Coventry & Warwickshire Location: Coventry & Warwickshire Pay Rate: From £16.00 per hour DBS Check: Required (Enhanced) Are you a skilled and passionate Chef looking for a rewarding role that fits around school hours? We are seeking experienced and motivated chefs to join our team, preparing nutritious and delicious meals for students in schools across Coventry & Warwickshire. Key Responsibilities: * Plan, prepare, and cook balanced meals in line with school dietary guidelines * Manage kitchen operations, including food ordering, stock control, and hygiene standards * Lead and support kitchen assistants to ensure smooth service * Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment * Cater for special dietary requirements and allergens What We're Looking For: * Proven experience as a chef, ideally in an educational or large-scale catering setting * A passion for healthy food and high standards of presentation *...

Job Description: Job Title: Chef Trust: Mid Yorkshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Location: Pinderfields General Hospital Pay rate: £13.60 - £22.99 Hours / Shifts: 37.5hrs/week 5 days over 7 Are you a qualified Chef? Do you like working as part of a team? If you answered yes then NHS Professionals would love to hear from you! We have a temporary opportunity available for a Chef at Pinderfields General Hospital. Chefs and cooks are responsible for cooking food in NHS hospitals and other services, making sure our patients and staff have highly nutritious, high-quality food. The food must meet patients' medical and cultural needs including, for example, gluten free, low fat, soft food, halal, and vegetarian. Your duties will include but are not limited to: · Planning meals and menus · Preparing food · Using kitchen equipment such as mixers · Storing food correctly · Making sure as little as possible is wasted · Supervising kitchen assistants Skills required: · Food Hygiene...

School Catering Assistant - Dover 📍 Location: Dover, Kent 💷 Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour ⏰ Hours: School hours (Monday-Friday) 📅 Contract: Term-time only About the Role We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join a friendly school in Dover. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for work that fits around family life, with no evenings or weekends required. Key Responsibilities Assisting with the preparation of food for students and staff Serving meals in a fast-paced school environment Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene Supporting kitchen staff with general duties Ensuring all food safety guidelines are followed Requirements Previous catering or kitchen experience is desirable but not essential A positive, reliable and team-focused attitude Ability to work efficiently during busy service times DBS check required (we can assist with this if needed) What We Offer Competitive hourly rate of £12.71 Term-time only - enjoy school...

Catering Assistant Location: Belfast International Airport, Antrim Pay: £12.71 per hour Shifts: 8-hour shifts between 6:00am - 7:00pm Role Overview We're recruiting a General Assistant / Bar Packer to support our fast-paced airport catering team. You'll help prepare and pack food and beverage items for airline services, ensuring quality, efficiency, and high hygiene standards. Key Duties Assist with preparing meals and assembling trays Pack bar items and catering supplies for flights Rotate and manage stock Complete basic food checks and paperwork Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards Support kitchen duties and prepare goods for aircraft delivery About You Previous catering/kitchen experience preferred Comfortable working in chilled environments Able to stand for long periods Detail-focused, reliable, and a strong team player Good communication skillsInvolves handling pork and alcohol products Why Apply? Competitive pay Daytime shifts Airport-based role Supportive...

Join Our Team as a Chef! We are currently recruiting for a Temporay Chef for our Client based on the outskirts of Carnforth. There is potential for ongoing shifts. The role is to work in an Outdoor Centre. You will be responsible for cooking Breakfasts and Dinners from a set menu for up to 100 People, the menu is the same except for dietary requirements. You will not be responsible for Stock Ordering, you will be working alongside a Catering Assistant. There is free parking and you will be working straight Shifts Position Details: Date: From the 6th May until at least the 31st May Hours are;10:00 AM - 6:30 PM, 07:00 AM - 2:00 PM or 7am to 7pm Pay Rate: £18.00-£20.00 per hourKey Responsibilities: As a Chef, you will: Collaborate with the Catering Assistant to plan and deliver innovative, cost-effective food services. Prepare meals that meet dietary requirements while monitoring food quality and portion control. Uphold cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and dining...

Join Our Team as a Chef! We are currently recruiting for a Temporay Chef for our Client based on the outskirts of Carnforth. There is potential for ongoing shifts. The role is to work in an Outdoor Centre. You will be responsible for cooking Breakfasts and Dinners from a set menu for up to 100 People, the menu is the same except for dietary requirements. You will not be responsible for Stock Ordering, you will be working alongside a Catering Assistant. There is free parking and you will be working straight Shifts Position Details: Date: From 8th May - 21st May - (more shifts to come at this loaction or Windermere) Hours: Variety of shifts Pay Rate: £18.00-£20.00 per hourKey Responsibilities: As a Chef, you will: Collaborate with the Catering Assistant to plan and deliver innovative, cost-effective food services. Prepare meals that meet dietary requirements while monitoring food quality and portion control. Uphold cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and dining...

Job Title: Catering Assistant Location: Lewes Victoria Hospital - BN7 1PE Hours: Working ad hoc shifts through NHS Professionals bank (7am - 3pm or 9am - 5pm) Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour Are you ready to Spice Up Your Career? We're always on the lookout for Catering Assistants to join the NHS Professionals bank and join a pool of elite, experienced workers who can provide invaluable support across our multiple UK locations, contributing positively to their local community in a role they can take pride in. Whether you’re balancing studies, family commitments, or simply crave variety in your career, this role offers the perfect balance of flexibility and fulfilment, without sacrificing opportunity! Enjoy the freedom to shape your career on your terms, gaining invaluable experience while maintaining a balanced lifestyle. Don't miss this chance to embark on an exciting journey where every shift brings new possibilities! About the Role Step into the heart of hospital hospitality...

Job Description: Job Title: Catering Assistant Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Location: Royal Berkshire Hospital, London Road, Reading RG1 5AN Shift Pattern: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm or 10am-6pm Pay: £ 12.51 an hour + Escalated rates over the weekend About the Trust: Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest general hospital foundation trusts in the country and the main provider of acute and specialist care services for West Berkshire. With seven sites, the Trust employs approximately 6,500 staff and serves a population of around 1,000,000 people. Job Duties As a Catering Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in our hospital community. Your responsibilities include: · Collaborating with the catering team to prepare and serve appealing meals. · Cleaning food trolleys, crockery, and cutlery to maintain hygiene standards. · General cleaning duties to ensure a spotless and safe kitchen environment. · Food handling and cash handling What you’ll need: We’re seeking...

Chef – Immediate Start Available We are currently recruiting for an experienced Chef to join a busy coffee shop kitchen. The role involves preparing and cooking breakfast and lunch dishes, maintaining high food standards, and supporting the day-to-day running of the kitchen. This position would suit someone who is organised, reliable, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Duties Include: Preparing and cooking fresh food Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards Assisting with stock control and ordering Working efficiently during busy service periods Supporting the wider kitchen team Requirements: Previous chef or kitchen experience preferred Ability to work well under pressure Reliable and punctual Good understanding of kitchen hygiene and food safety Able to work independently and as part of a team What’s Offered: Immediate start available Full-time hours Pay starting from £16 per hour, depending on experience Stable, long-term opportunity...

Apex Resources Limited are currently seeking a Chef de Partie to join a professional kitchen team on an ongoing basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled chef looking for stable work with competitive pay and flexible shifts. Role: Chef de Partie Start Date: ASAP Contract: Ongoing, 40 hours per week working 5 over 7 shifts (2 weekends per month) working 06:00 to 18:30 Pay Rate: £16.00 per hour Location & Transport: Due to the location, driving is preferred (Fort George) Key Responsibilities * Running and maintaining a section of the kitchen * Preparing and cooking high-quality dishes to specification * Supporting the Head Chef and Sous Chef with service * Maintaining high standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness * Assisting with stock control and food preparation Requirements * Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Commis Chef * Ability to work in a fast-paced professional...