Assistant chef Work, Jobs in Braintree, Ess (with Salaries)

Kitchen Assistant
Westgate Healthcare —Braintree
- From £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Serving
- Hotel
- Leadership
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Kitchen Assistant - Part Time
Prezzo Italian —Braintree
- Up to £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
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Chef/Kitchen Assistant
Rose and Crown Great Waltham —Great Waltham
- £26,000 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Supervising experience
- Team management
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Casual Kitchen Assistant
Elior UK —Stisted
- £12.71 an hour
- Customer service
- Cleaning
- Communication skills
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Kitchen Assistant
Stow Healthcare —Halstead
- £12.71 an hour
- Nursing home
- Kitchen experience
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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3rd Chef
Chelmsford Manor Care Home —Chelmsford
- £16 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Serving
- Cleaning
- Paid training
- Annual leave
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2nd Chef
Chelmsford Manor Care Home —Chelmsford
- £17 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Management
- Cleaning
- Paid training
- Annual leave
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Assistant Chef
Aspens —Colchester
- £13.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Customer service
Full-Time Kitchen Assistant
Colchester United Football Club —Tiptree
- £26,436.80 a year
- Full-time
- Serving
- Cleaning
- Communication skills
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Kitchen Assistant - Bank
Bupa —Great Dunmow
- £12.75 - £13.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Cleaning
- Gym membership
- Referral programme
Quick apply
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Assistant Head Chef
ASK Italian —Colchester
- £12.71 - £15.75 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Team management
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Assistant Chef - Bank
Bupa —Great Dunmow
- £13.54 - £15.08 an hour
- Part-time
- Management
- Budgeting
- Gym membership
- Referral programme
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Hospitality Assistant
Chelmsford Manor Care Home —Chelmsford
- £13.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Cleaning
- Paid training
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Kitchen Assistant
Bupa —Hatfield Peverel
- £12.80 - £13.80 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cleaning
- Kitchen experience
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
Quick apply
Kitchen Assistant
Principle Care Homes —Chelmsford
- £14 an hour
- Hospitality
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Catering Assistant
Care UK —Saffron Walden
- £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cleaning
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
12d
Assistant Head Chef /Sous Chef
Zizzi —Chelmsford
- £13.50 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Mentoring
- Training & development
- Restaurant
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Chef
V.I.B.E Lifestyle Collection —Haverhill
- From £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Bar
- Cooking
- Hotel
- Store discount
- Employee discount
Quick apply
5d
Chef
Busy Bees —Colchester
- £13.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Café
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
Kitchen Assistant
Country Court —Saffron Walden
- £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Referral programme
Quick apply
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Kitchen Assistant

Westgate Healthcare -
Braintree

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Job details

Full-time
From £12.71 an hour

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Referral programme

Qualifications

Serving
Care home
Infection prevention & control
Meal preparation
Product rotation
Cross-infection control
Cleaning kitchen equipment
Leadership
Communication skills
Hotel experience
Stock rotation
COSHH compliance

Full job description

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate

We are looking for a compassionate and caring Kitchen Assistant to join our family. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.

About The Role

About the role:

£12.71 per hour, plus 50p p/h weekend enhancement
31.5 hrs per week - working from 8am to 5.30pm 3-4 shifts a week
Serving meals, ensuring they are presented to a high standard and at the correct temperature
Support in the Kitchen with the preparation of meals
Work closely with care staff to accommodate residents’ individual meal preferences
Assist in washing crockery, cutlery, cooking and serving utensils and kitchen equipment
Maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas in accordance with COSHH regulations
Ensuring that all health and safety guidelines are strictly followed
Carry out any reasonable request or instruction from the Home Manager or Head Chef
Accept and process kitchen deliveries, ensuring correct storage and inventory rotation
Why work at Westgate?
- Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on weekends
- Equal pay for young workers who are paid the same as staff aged 25+
- Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shops
- Access to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
- Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work Scheme
- Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!
- Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g. Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social events
- Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
- Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity
- Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

WGHROB

Required Criteria

The right to live and work in the UK
Previous experience of working in a similar position is essential to be successful
Previous experience in a care home environment is ideal, however candidates with a hotel/restaurant background are also encouraged to apply
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work in a team, a caring nature and a positive attitude
An understanding of Health and Safety, Infection Control and COSHH

Skills Needed

About The Company

At Westgate Healthcare, we have been providing high-quality care since the early 1990s, growing from a single home into a well-respected group across Hertfordshire, Essex, Buckinghamshire and London.

We offer a wide range of services including residential care, nursing care, dementia care, respite care and palliative support, tailored to meet the needs of each individual.

Our homes are designed to provide comfort, safety and a strong sense of community, while our teams work closely with families and healthcare partners to deliver person-centred care plans.

As a family-owned organisation, we take pride in maintaining a personal, values-driven approach where residents and staff are treated with respect and understanding

Company Culture

Our culture is built on care, respect and teamwork.

We believe that the quality of our care starts with the people who deliver it, which is why we focus on creating a supportive and inclusive workplace.

At Westgate Healthcare, every colleague plays a vital role — from care staff to chefs, maintenance teams and management — working together to enhance residents’ quality of life.

We encourage continuous learning, open communication and shared responsibility, ensuring that our teams feel confident, valued and empowered.

Being a family-run organisation, we maintain a close-knit feel where people are recognised for their contribution and supported to succeed.

Company Benefits

We are committed to supporting our team with a strong and rewarding benefits package.

At Westgate Healthcare, you’ll receive competitive pay, flexible working options and access to ongoing training and professional development.

We provide opportunities to progress your career across our homes, supported by experienced leadership and structured training programmes.

Our teams benefit from working in modern, well-equipped care environments, with a strong emphasis on safety, wellbeing and collaboration.

Most importantly, we offer the chance to do meaningful work, where you can make a real difference in people’s lives every day — supported by a team that values and respects you.

Salary

Starting from £12.71 per hour

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