Brook Street Social Care
Cowbridge, South Glamorgan
Jul 06, 2026
Full time
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 If this opportunity sounds like something you're interested in, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!