You We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant to support with the smooth and efficient operation of our Romford restaurant. Tommy’s Place is the community hub of our Romford Branch and as Kitchen Assistant, you will assist the catering team in a range of tasks to ensure the preparation and service of high-quality food to our customers. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals who are passionate about food and eager to learn about kitchen operations. Your ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, follow instructions, and maintain cleanliness & hygiene standards will contribute significantly to the success of the kitchen team. US Thank you for your interest in finding out more about YMCA Thames Gateway Group. Whether you’re looking for your first role, coming back to work after a career break, or simply looking for a new challenge, we’re happy you’re considering us. As a community-based organisation for over 150 years, we are a vibrant and ever-changing charity that offers inclusive programmes in health & wellbeing, childcare, housing and youth work. We are passionate about providing opportunities to those who are most in need. We successfully adapt to the needs of the communities in which we’re based – during the pandemic we were able to provide food hampers to families in need, childcare support to keyworkers, and stayed in touch with our senior citizens group who, for many, attending our social groups is a lifeline. Our staff are dedicated to making other people’s lives better through the services we provide, so if this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we look forward to hearing from you. Summary of Job Profile: Contract Type: Permanent part-time 15 Hours per week Working Pattern: Monday- Sunday shift work between 06:30- 20:00 The Job Description and Person Specification can be found here: Kitchen Assistant 2024 JD.pdf YMCA Thames Gateway Staff Benefits: To be considered for this role please click the 'Apply for this job button' at the top of this page. Please upload your CV to the system for the recruiting manager to review. YMCA Thames Gateway is serious about safeguarding; this role will be subject to a Standard Disclosure & Barring Service check. At YMCA Thames Gateway we are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to Equal Opportunities. Therefore, we value the importance of diversity and positively welcome applicant from all members of the community. The Association is committed to ensuring that all current and potential staff, members, users and visitors are treated with dignity, fairness and respect regardless of their protected characteristics within the Equality Act (2010). We strongly encourage applications from applicants of a BAME background, those with a disability and those who identify as LGTBQ.