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Kitchen Assistant

Salary: £12.45 - £13.59 per hour
Location: Widnes

 

Main Purpose of the Role
Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to support the Cook in delivering high-quality meal services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with basic cooking and food preparation tasks across a variety of meals and beverages.
  • Serve food, ensuring appropriate portion control.
  • Carry out general cleaning duties, including washing up, within the kitchen and dining areas.
  • Perform basic administrative tasks such as handling cash, maintaining records, managing stock, and tracking daily food usage.
  • Uphold hygiene standards and ensure compliance with Health & Safety and HACCP regulations in the kitchen.
  • Work flexible hours, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts as required.
  • Foster positive relationships with residents and promote healthy eating habits.
  • Encourage residents to explore a wide variety of foods.
  • Be prepared to take on different duties or roles, in line with the Council's flexibility policy, according to your skill set.
  • Undertake any additional tasks that may arise, consistent with the grade of the role.

Connect2Halton is a trading style of Halton & Kent Commercial Services LLP- A joint venture between Halton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Halton is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.