Kitchen Assistant
| Posting date: | 18 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £25 000 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 July 2025 |
| Location: | Nottingham, NG2 1LW |
| Company: | The Compleat Food Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1152 |
Summary
Job Advert
Do you have a passion for food and a flair for keeping things spotless and organized? Want to be part of a creative, hands-on team
that shapes the future of bakery innovation? Whether you're a budding chef, a food enthusiast, or someone who thrives in a
fast-paced kitchen environment – this could be your next step!
Join Our NPD team in Nottingham as a Kitchen Assistant!
Location: The Compleat Food Group, Crossgate Drive, Nottingham, NG2 1LW
Working Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00 - 37.5 hours per week
Pay: £25 000 per annum
Reporting To: Head Chef - Pastry Division
At Riverside Bakery, we’re proud to be at the forefront of pastry development, crafting delicious products that delight our
customers across the UK and beyond. We're on the lookout for a proactive Kitchen Assistant to support our talented NPD Chefs and
help keep our development kitchen running like clockwork.
About Us:
The Compleat Food Group are a new food group on a mission to create great quality, tasty and affordable food, that people love to
eat. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.
Our team of over 5,500 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. At The Compleat Food Group we don’t just
make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone.
Our genuine passion drives the creation of products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands
such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, Vadasz and Unearthed.
Your Role:
As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll be:
* Supporting the NPD team with day-to-day tasks in a busy development kitchen
* Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen, fridge, freezer and storage areas
* Carrying out scheduled hygiene and cleaning duties (daily, weekly, monthly)
* Monitoring and recording fridge and freezer temperatures to ensure compliance
* Organising and managing stock of raw materials, ingredients and packaging
* Assisting in the preparation for customer taste panels and internal presentations
* Logging samples and products into our NPD control documents
* Taking part in ongoing training and development opportunities
What We’re Looking For:
* A team player who’s also comfortable working independently
* Strong attention to detail, hygiene, and organisation
* Passion for food and a keen interest in culinary innovation – chef training is a bonus!
* Good communication and time management skills
* Reliable, punctual and eager to learn
* Previous kitchen or food production experience is a plus – but not essential
Benefits to Include:
* 33 Days annual leave
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
* Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves
to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com
[recruitment@compleatfood.com] and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.
Do you have a passion for food and a flair for keeping things spotless and organized? Want to be part of a creative, hands-on team
that shapes the future of bakery innovation? Whether you're a budding chef, a food enthusiast, or someone who thrives in a
fast-paced kitchen environment – this could be your next step!
Join Our NPD team in Nottingham as a Kitchen Assistant!
Location: The Compleat Food Group, Crossgate Drive, Nottingham, NG2 1LW
Working Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00 - 37.5 hours per week
Pay: £25 000 per annum
Reporting To: Head Chef - Pastry Division
At Riverside Bakery, we’re proud to be at the forefront of pastry development, crafting delicious products that delight our
customers across the UK and beyond. We're on the lookout for a proactive Kitchen Assistant to support our talented NPD Chefs and
help keep our development kitchen running like clockwork.
About Us:
The Compleat Food Group are a new food group on a mission to create great quality, tasty and affordable food, that people love to
eat. We fondly refer to it as 'Food to Feel Good' because we believe in savouring every bite whilst making a positive impact.
Our team of over 5,500 remarkable individuals forms the core of all that we undertake. At The Compleat Food Group we don’t just
make food. We make food to feel good, taste good and do good for everyone.
Our genuine passion drives the creation of products for UK consumers, prominent retailers, and our thrilling market-leading brands
such as Wall's Pastry, Squeaky Bean, Vadasz and Unearthed.
Your Role:
As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll be:
* Supporting the NPD team with day-to-day tasks in a busy development kitchen
* Maintaining high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen, fridge, freezer and storage areas
* Carrying out scheduled hygiene and cleaning duties (daily, weekly, monthly)
* Monitoring and recording fridge and freezer temperatures to ensure compliance
* Organising and managing stock of raw materials, ingredients and packaging
* Assisting in the preparation for customer taste panels and internal presentations
* Logging samples and products into our NPD control documents
* Taking part in ongoing training and development opportunities
What We’re Looking For:
* A team player who’s also comfortable working independently
* Strong attention to detail, hygiene, and organisation
* Passion for food and a keen interest in culinary innovation – chef training is a bonus!
* Good communication and time management skills
* Reliable, punctual and eager to learn
* Previous kitchen or food production experience is a plus – but not essential
Benefits to Include:
* 33 Days annual leave
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
* Holiday Discounts via Online Retail Discount
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome
diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves
to work. As an equal opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or
unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition
team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com
[recruitment@compleatfood.com] and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.