15 support worker jobs found in London

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for a friendly, organised and customer-focused temporary café assistant to cover an unexpected period of staff sickness. Key Responsibilities: Preparing barista‑style coffee and hot drinks Taking customer orders and preparing sandwiches Preparing and serving buffets Serving cakes, snacks and cold drinks Operating the till and taking card payments Maintaining high standards of hygiene, cleaning and food safety Delivering friendly and professional customer service to tenants and visitorsSkills & Experience Required: Level 2 Food Safety & Hygiene qualification (or willingness to obtain promptly). Previous experience working in a café, food service, or similar customer‑facing environment. Experience safely preparing hot drinks and simple cold food (e.g. sandwiches, salads). Understanding of health & safety requirements in a food or public‑facing setting. Experience working independently or as a sole worker, with good...

Work in some of London's most prestigious kitchens. Hamilton Mayday is a leading hospitality agency, supplying exceptional chefs to luxury hotels, fine dining restaurants, and exclusive private members' clubs across Central London. We are currently seeking skilled Pastry Chefs to join our team for ongoing and upcoming assignments. The Role: As an Agency Pastry Chef, you will work across a range of high-end kitchens, producing high-quality desserts, pastries, and baked goods with a strong focus on presentation and consistency. You'll support professional teams in fast-paced, detail-driven environments. What We're Looking For: * Proven experience as a Pastry Chef in high-end or fine dining kitchens * Excellent attention to detail and presentation * Ability to perform under pressure in busy service periods * A professional, reliable, and flexible attitude * Own chef whites, knives, and safety shoes * Right to work in the UK * Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate * Food Allergy...

Temporary Nursery Chefs – London 💷 £16 per hour | ⏰ Typical shifts: 7:00am – 4:00pm We are currently recruiting experienced and reliable Temporary Chefs to work across a range of nurseries throughout London. This is a fantastic opportunity for chefs who are passionate about preparing nutritious meals for young children in a rewarding environment. Key Responsibilities: * Prepare, cook, and present healthy, balanced meals tailored to children * Cater for allergies, dietary requirements, and cultural preferences * Maintain high standards of cleanliness and kitchen organisation * Follow food safety procedures, including temperature checks and record keeping * Prevent cross-contamination and comply with all health & safety regulations Requirements: * Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (minimum) * Allergy Awareness training * Strong understanding of food safety regulations and children’s nutritional needs * Experience working in a similar environment...

Agency Chef de Partie - Central London | £16-£17 per hour | Weekly Pay Join one of London's leading hospitality agencies and take control of your schedule. Hamilton Mayday is a trusted provider of high-quality hospitality staff across London. We offer the opportunity to work in some of the city's most prestigious hotels, renowned restaurants, and high-profile event venues. With a busy Spring/Summer season ahead, we are looking for experienced Chef de Parties to join our growing London team and support a wide range of clients across Central London. The Role As an Agency Chef de Partie, you'll work across a variety of professional kitchens, delivering high standards of food preparation while supporting kitchen teams in fast paced environments. INDLC What We're Looking For * Proven experience as a Chef de Partie * Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure kitchens * A professional, reliable, and flexible approach * Own chef whites, knives, and safety shoes * Right to work in...

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...

Catering & Kitchen Manager South-East Hertfordshire | Residential & Day Centre Accommodation Available The Best Connection are currently recruiting a Chef / Kitchen Manager in south-east Hertfordshire, our residential outdoor centre delivers enriching experiences that help young people build confidence, wellbeing, character and essential life skills. We work closely with schools to create engaging educational visits and memorable outdoor experiences. We are now looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Outdoor Catering & Kitchen Manager to join our friendly and dedicated team. The Role With the opportunity to progress into a permanent position. Predominantly Monday to Friday Occasional weekend work required Accommodation package available 8am to 6pm Pay Rate - £16 an hour with weekly pay!This is an exciting opportunity for someone with kitchen or catering experience who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and wants to make a positive impact on young...

Chef – Nursing Homes in West London Pay Rate: £15 per hour Company: Tezlom Are you a passionate and reliable Chef looking for flexible work? Tezlom is currently recruiting experienced Chefs to support nursing homes across West London on a bank (ad-hoc) basis The Role You will be responsible for preparing nutritious, high-quality meals for residents in nursing and care homes, ensuring all dietary requirements and food safety standards are met. Key Responsibilities * Prepare and cook meals in line with care home standards and residents’ needs * Cater for special dietary requirements (e.g. soft diets, allergies, cultural needs) * Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen * Follow all food safety and HACCP guidelines * Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Requirements * Previous experience as a Chef (ideally in a care home, hospital, or similar setting) * Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2 or above) * Knowledge of dietary...

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...

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 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...

Sous Chef - Part Time Weekends Berry Recruitment is seeking a hard‑working, reliable and organised Sous Chef to join our client based in Sittingbourne. What you'll be doing As Sous Chef you will manage daily kitchen operations, lead the team as second in command in the Head Chef's absence, and ensure high-quality food standards. Help to supervise, mentor staff Deliver high-quality food using fresh, local produce Support the Head Chef Cook to menu ususally traditonal British fayre Preparing fresh food made from seasonal, local ingredients.rmation and controls Maintain excellent health, hygiene and food safety standards Stock taking, ordering and stock rotation if required Cost controls and waste management A hygiene qualification, excellent food knowledge and food safety awareness are all essential for this role. Pay rate- £15.00 per hour Location Due to limited public transport, having your own transport is ideal. If you are looking for work with an immediate start,...

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...

JARK Stevenage are looking for a Quality Assurance (QA) Operative to join a team in a fast- paced chilled meat production environment This is hands on role where you will support the delivery of high food safety and quality standards across the factory, working closely with Production, Hygiene, and Technical teams. **** COMPETITIVE HOURLY RATE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE **** Key responsibilities Carry out routine quality checks throughout production Monitor food safety and compliance in line with standards Ensure products meet customer specifications Complete QA documentation accurately and on time Support enforcement of hygiene, PPE, and process controls Escalate any food safety or quality concerns immediately Work closely with teams to maintain high standards across site What we are looking for ; Essential ; Good level of English (spoken and written) Comfortable working in a chilled factory environment Strong attention to detail Positive , reliable and proactive attitude...

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...

Blue Arrow are looking for reliable chefs to join our kitchen workforce and support our clients with covering temporary shifts. This role is ideal for experienced temps who can step into service confidently and help deliver great food and smooth kitchen operations during busy periods or short‑term cover. Locations: Brighton, Eastbourne, Hastings and surrounding areas within East Sussex. Pay rates: £16ph to £22.50 per hour depending on role and requirements. A valid DBS certificate would be required for some sites but not always essential Own transport would be desirable Various shift times, full time, part time and casual shifts available Benefits: Potential for enhanced rates for weekends and bank holidays. Weekly pay Holiday pay Pension scheme Job role: Preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes in line with recipes and service standards. Supporting service by maintaining quality, consistency, and pace during busy shifts. Keeping food preparation areas clean,...