Kitchen Assistant - Cowbridge

Kitchen Assistant - Cowbridge

Contract: Zero Hours / Agency

Pay Rate: From £13.34 per hour (PAYE only - no umbrella company)

Holiday Pay: Paid separately and not included in your hourly rate. For example, £13.34 per hour plus accrued holiday pay.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for either agency or permanent positions.

About the Role

We are recruiting Kitchen Assistants to work with a variety of clients across care homes, supported living services, hostels, and other residential settings.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and ensuring meals are prepared and served safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of meals for residents and service users
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the kitchen and surrounding areas
• Ensuring the correct and safe use of all kitchen machinery and equipment
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of deliveries and supply vehicles
• Complying with Food Handling and Food Hygiene standards
• Adhering to Health & Safety regulations at all times
• Supporting the kitchen team with day-to-day duties as required

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 months' UK-based kitchen experience within the last year, or 12 months' experience within the last 5 years
• Right to work in the UK (we do not offer sponsorship)
• Willingness to undergo DBS and reference checks where required
• Friendly, reliable, and proactive approach to work
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Benefits of Joining Us

• Weekly pay via PAYE
• No umbrella companies, hidden deductions, or administration fees
• Holiday pay accrued separately
• Shifts offered around your availability
• 24/7 support from the Brook Street Social Care team
• Pension scheme entitlement
• Double pay on Bank Holidays
• Online timesheets and payslips
• Access to specialist support through our Mental Health First Aiders
• Opportunity to gain experience across a variety of settings