Kitchen Assistant

2 days ago


Leeds, United Kingdom St Vincent de Paul Society Full time

22.5 hours per week.

**Kitchen Assistant - Community Café (St Vincent de Paul Society, Leeds)**

Are you passionate about food and community? Do you have experience working in a kitchen and a strong understanding of food hygiene procedures? We want to hear from you

**About the Role**: We are looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team at the St Vincent’s Community Café in Leeds. You’ll play a key role in preparing and serving a range of simple hot and cold meals, drinks, sandwiches, and snacks, ensuring excellent customer service for all café users.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Prepare and cook meals (breakfasts, jacket potatoes, salads, daily specials, soups, desserts, etc.)
- Make and serve hot and cold drinks
- Take orders, use the cash register, and serve food
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene and health & safety at all times
- Support the Café Manager and volunteers with daily operations, stock control, and ordering
- Assist with buffets, catering, and events
- Keep the café clean and welcoming for all

**What We’re Looking For**:

- Prior experience working in a kitchen environment
- Excellent understanding of food hygiene procedures and allergen awareness
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Ability to stay calm and organised in a busy environment
- A positive, community-focused attitude

**Desirable**:

- Food Hygiene or Food Safety Certifcate (Level 2)
- Experience in the voluntary sector

**Why Join Us?**

You’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team committed to making a difference in communities across the UK. We offer flexible working, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to contribute to meaningful projects.

**Key Dates & Additional Info**
- **Closing Date**: 28th September 2025
- **Interviews**: w/c 6th October 2025

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Whilst we ask that staff have sympathy with Christian values, **we celebrate and value people of all faiths or none -**diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are.

If you have any questions or would like to know more about the role, feel free to contact our friendly HR Team on **0207 703 3030 (option 5)**.

**About the SVP**

The **St Vincent de Paul Society (SVP)** has been a beacon of hope since 1844, part of a vibrant international Christian movement working in 153 countries. We are dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by offering practical, person-to-person support to those in need. Our mission is rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect - serving anyone, regardless of faith, race, gender, or background.

Join us in making a real difference - **your skills could help transform lives.**

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: £14,742.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Store discount

Work Location: In person


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