Are you ready to make a difference behind the scenes? Summerset is seeking a friendly and reliable Kitchen Assistant to join our Casebrook Village team. In this role, you’ll support our chefs in preparing high-quality meals while ensuring our kitchen runs smoothly. Not only will you gain valuable experience, but you’ll also play a vital part in enriching the lives of our residents.
About the Company
At Summerset, we bring villages to life. From the moment we begin developing a village to the day our residents call it home, our team’s passion and dedication shine through. We work together as one, committed to creating vibrant communities and delivering the best quality of life for those who live with us. By joining Summerset, you become part of something bigger—helping our residents enjoy a truly rewarding lifestyle.
Responsibilities
As a Kitchen Assistant, your day-to-day tasks will include:
- Assisting with basic food preparation, such as peeling, chopping, and portioning
- Helping with plating and meal presentation
- Operating dishwashers and ensuring kitchenware is clean and sanitised
- Keeping kitchen areas organised, clean, and compliant with hygiene standards
- Receiving, unpacking, and storing deliveries, including rotating stock
- Requirements
- We’re looking for someone approachable, reliable, and ready to contribute to a high-performing kitchen. Ideal candidates will have:
- Previous experience in hospitality or a similar environment
- A friendly, can-do attitude and excellent communication skills
- Good physical stamina to handle a busy kitchen environment
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a supportive team
- At Summerset, we value diverse experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply—we focus on the whole individual and the unique perspective you bring.
- To succeed in this role, you should demonstrate:
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Attention to detail and organisation
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Requirements
We’re looking for someone approachable, reliable, and ready to contribute to a high-performing kitchen. Ideal candidates will have:
- Previous experience in hospitality or a similar environment
- A friendly, can-do attitude and excellent communication skills
- Good physical stamina to handle a busy kitchen environment
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a supportive team
Skills
To succeed in this role, you should demonstrate:
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Attention to detail and organisation
- Adaptability in a fast-paced environment
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Benefits
- Summerset proudly rewards our team’s dedication. As a part-time Kitchen Assistant, you’ll enjoy:
- Provided uniform
- Daytime hours (with occasional events)
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities
- Paid day off for your birthday
