Catering Assistant - Hitchin
Req #919
Neurological Care Centre - Stagenhoe, St. Paul's Walden, Hitchin, Herefordshire, County of, United Kingdom
Job Description
Posted Monday 10 August 2026 at 01:00
Catering Assistant
Location: Hitchin
Salary: £12.91 per Hour with a 0.37p Location Allowance (£13.28 per hour)
Hours: 37.5hrs per week
Shift times 7.00-15.00 and to work alternate weekends
Why join us?
Brainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of people
with brain injuries in the UK. Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries – sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more – to recover and meet their personal goals. Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do – you will find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.
MAIN PURPOSE:
To assist in the provision of meals and refreshments, and the maintenance and cleaning of kitchen equipment.
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible to assist in the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments
- Responsible for washing up used utensils, pans and crockery in the dishwasher, hand washing certain items as appropriate
- To clean kitchen work surfaces, equipment, floors, fridges, freezers and other storage cupboards in line with cleaning schedules and record as instructed
- Responsible to ensure all equipment is stored away and the kitchen left clean and tidy at the end of each shift
- Reporting of equipment faults, repair and maintenance needs in line with local procedures
- Monitoring and reporting supplies requirements
- To record all information as required by Brainkind policies and procedures
- To ensure that meals and refreshments are attractive to service users and in line with Brainkind standards
- To assist the Head Chef and Chef to provide services that meet the Brainkind and regulatory body standards
- Facilitating the safe and smooth running of the Service, the post holder is expected to maintain a safe working environment, maintain service user confidentiality, and occasionally taking on reasonable additional tasks
ABOUT YOU:
- Level 2 food hygiene certificate or willing and able to complete within 2 weeks of starting employment
- Able to work as part of a team
- Able to communicate verbally and in writing
- Able to work within policies and procedures
Experience of working in a similar environment
Rewards:
- A competitive rate of £13.28 per hour
- 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
- Simply Health Plan; helps to cover the cost of routine healthcare treatments. Further information can be found at www.simplyhealth.co.uk/about-us
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Excellent training and support
- Group life assurance
- Eye voucher scheme
- Free parking
- Company Pension
- Long Service and Staff Awards
Job Details
Pay Type: Hourly
Employment Indicator: Regular
Hiring Max Rate: 13.28 GBP
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Catering Assistant in Hitchin employer: The Disabilities Trust
Brainkind is an exceptional employer dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with brain injuries, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Garforth, Leeds. Employees benefit from competitive pay, extensive training opportunities, and a strong team spirit that fosters collaboration and personal growth. With a focus on employee wellbeing and career development, Brainkind ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact in the community.
