Kitchen Assistant
Please apply by clicking the 'Apply Now' button below. Full information, including the Job Description, Person Specification and other details about Runnymede Borough Council, is available in the Extra Information attachment.
If it is difficult for you to apply online please contact us at Human Resources, Runnymede Borough Council, Civic Centre, Station Road, Addlestone, Surrey, KT15 2AH.
Email: humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk. or Telephone: 01932 425517.
Kitchen Assistant
Salary Range £12,734- £13,115
20 hours per week Fixed Post
About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our small kitchen team at our Social Centres in Addlestone. We aim to provide high quality day services and activities for the older residents of Runnymede so flexibility is important as you will be required to cover in periods of absence across our sites.
The Centre offers a traditional home cooked meal as well as providing a tea bar with freshly prepared sandwiches, cakes and drinks. The key duties will be ensuring that kitchen and tea bar areas are kept to a high standard of cleanliness and provide assistance to the Cook and Assistant Cook in preparing meals.
Although no experience is necessary, as we provide full training, we are looking for someone who is committed to providing a high-quality service and who enjoys working with people. There is also a requirement for flexibility, as we would expect this person to assist in the covering sickness and holiday at our various centres.
Experience of working in this environment is preferred, as we appreciate the challenges of a commercial kitchen can be hard work and hot, so candidates must be physically able to work in this setting.
About you
We are looking for someone with the following qualities:
- Basic Literacy and numeracy
- Previous kitchen assistant experience would be desirable
- Organised
- Willing to undertake training
- Flexible and willing to assist at various centres when required, so own transport is essential
Runnymede Social Centres are dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for the over 55s within our community. Our mission is to provide high quality day services and activities as well as the provision of a balanced and nutritious 2-course meal. We support our residents by encouraging independence, enhancing wellbeing and providing an environment that promotes social interaction.
As a team we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of those we support. We are driven by the belief that everyone attending one of our sites will be in an inclusive and engaging space.
This role provides the opportunity to work with like-minded individuals who care about making a difference in the community.
This role has a real purpose and aims to contribute to the health, happiness and quality of life for our centre users. Joining our team means working towards the shared goal of enhancing the lives of older adults through compassionate care and meaningful engagement
About Runnymede
Runnymede is an ambitious, passionate, and progressive council with a forward- thinking attitude and award-winning departments. As a Borough Council, we are committed to our four core values and goals which we demonstrate through our ongoing policies and projects. We are always keen to improve our services and welcome innovative and proactive individuals who are open minded and have a positive approach in supporting our vision.
Benefits
- 84 hours, plus 8 days bank holidays and 1 extra day at Christmas
- Excellent Pension Scheme, including access to an Advanced Voluntary Contributions
- Free Parking
- Training and development opportunities
- Cycle to work + further related discounts
- Season ticket loan
- UK Healthcare plan after 1 years’ service
- Dental insurance plan after 3 years’ service
How to apply
Please click the Apply Now Button
For more information on the role including the job description please see the extra information section
Application form only – CV’s will not be accepted,
We are passionate about building an inclusive and diverse workforce and we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds, skills and abilities. If it is difficult for you to apply online, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@runnymede.gov.uk or on 01932 425527 who will be able to assist you.
For an informal chat about this role please contact (Tracy Guscott), (Day Services Manager) on (01932 355707 / 841088) or (tracy.guscott@runnymede.gov.uk).
Closing Date: Midnight 29th July 2025
Interview Date(s): Wednesday 6th August 2025
If you do not hear from us within two weeks from the closing date you have not been successful on this occasion. Thank you for considering Runnymede Borough Council.
Runnymede Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults with care support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You may be requested to present your identification at the interview stage and there will be several checks conducted during the onboarding process inclusive of an enhanced DBS check for specified roles.
Salary range
- £12,734 - £13,115 per year