Overview
Title: Kitchen Assistant - YMCA Lakeside - Live in Available
Location: YMCA Lakeside, Ulverston, LA12 8BD
Salary: £12.60 per hour, 40 hour working week
Responsibilities
* Dishwashing – Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using industrial dishwashers
* Kitchen Cleanliness – Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops, and food preparation areas. Empty rubbish bins and ensure proper disposal of waste materials
* Food Preparation – Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling, chopping, and slicing ingredients, acting as a breakfast chef
* Inventory Management – Assist in receiving, storing, and organising kitchen supplies and ingredients
* Compliance with Health and Safety – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen ensuring equipment is in good working order
* Goods in and out
Qualifications
* No experience required, however an interest in food and willingness to learn
* Knowledge of some cooking techniques and cuisines
* Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* Strong communication and teamwork abilities
* Works according to the BaxterStorey core values
Benefits
* 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
* Plus your birthday off
* 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
* Secondary carer leave
* Wedding/commitment day leave
* Free meals on shift
* Bespoke training and development opportunities
* Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels
* Pension and life insurance
* Discounts available on our Perkbox app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
* Access to employee assistance programme
* Cycle to work scheme
Company & Culture
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) and aims for an inclusive culture in hospitality. We value learning and support career development, wellbeing, and work-life balance.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Food and Beverage Services
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