Kitchen Assistant
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1663810/153835
- Location: Tunbridge Wells
- Job type: Full Time - 30 hours per week
- Salary: £12.31 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
- Closing date: 24 February 2026
About the role
Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.
- 30 Hours a Week / Monday to Friday / 08:30 - 15:00
- £12.31 per hour
- Meal provided whilst on shift / Uniform provided / Sodexo Benefits
- 20 days Holidays per year plus Bank Holidays
- Location is Tunbridge Wells Nuffield Health
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Job Introduction
A Role That Keeps You Moving – Join Sodexo as a Kitchen Assistant
Are you looking for a role where no two days are the same, where you can grow, belong, and be part of something greater? As a Kitchen Assistant at Sodexo Tunbridge Wells Nuffield Health, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our kitchen running smoothly, working behind the scenes to support our chefs and ensure every dish is served to the highest standard.
If this is, YOU join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
What you’ll do:
- Assist chefs in kitchen with food preparation & patient meals
- Assist with washing up & general cleaning duties
- Ensure hygienic cleaning of all crockery, cutlery, trays, and equipment used to maintain infection control standards
- Serve daily in the staff canteen – recording daily temperature checks & cleaning schedules
- Maintain stock control, rotation, and records at all times, assisting with deliveries
- Complete all legal, company, and client documentation within required timeframes
- Report all equipment malfunctions to the Catering Manager
- Communicate calmly, politely, and tactfully with customers at all times
- Recognise issues that may affect customer satisfaction and take appropriate action to resolve or escalate as necessary
- Follow all applicable policies and procedures, including Infection Prevention and Control
- Carry out duties safely, with minimal disruption to others
- Make full and proper use of any protective or safety equipment provided
What you bring:
- A passion for delivering tasty, nutritious food with care
- A friendly, professional attitude and respect for patients, visitors, and colleagues
- Basic food handling knowledge and hygiene awareness
- Willingness to learn new skills (e.g. food safety, health & hygiene)
- The ability to stay on your feet and work efficiently during busy service periods
- Level 2 food hygiene certificate
What we offer:
Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:
- Mental health and wellbeing resources
- Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
- Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
- Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
- Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
- Retirement savings plan and life insurance
- Full training and protective uniform provided.
- Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
- Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
- Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
- Competitive pay
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.
We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.
Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TN2 4UL
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