Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant - Brunswick Court

Address: 62 Stratford Road, Watford WD17 4JB
Salary: £13.30 - £14.30 per hour (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Act as the link between the main kitchen and residents.
• Assist chefs with plating meals, preparing food trolleys and maintaining clean, tidy preparation areas.
• Monitor stock rotation and ensure compliance with company policies, COSHH and HACCP guidelines.
• Assist with catering for special events (e.g., summer BBQs, Christmas parties).

Qualifications

• Passion for food and previous kitchen experience.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Ability to deliver excellent service at each meal and make residents feel at home.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.

Benefits

• Free access to 24/7 healthcare support, remote GP appointments, physiotherapy and mental health support.
• Annual allowance valued at £350 redeemable against Bupa products.
• Wagestream access to up to 40% of earned wages.
• 28 days holiday.
• Sick pay scheme beyond statutory pay.
• Extra holidays and rewards for milestones.
• Free meal each shift.
• Interest free annual travel loan for public transport season tickets.
• Bupa pension plans (details on career site).
• Parental leave and menopause support.
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities.

Equal Opportunity

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We aim to offer interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role, and provide reasonable adjustments as needed. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.