Job Description

Job Opportunity: Joint Kitchen Lead at CentrePeace

CentrePeace

is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to join our team as a

Joint Kitchen Lead

. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in our community-focused charity, ensuring our kitchen operations run smoothly and align with our core values of well-being and inclusion.

Role Details

Position:

Joint Kitchen Lead

Location:

CentrePeace, 56 Palace Avenue, Paignton, TQ3 3HF

Hours:

24 hours per week (specific days/schedule to be discussed)

Probation:

3

-month

probationary period

Interview:

February dates to TBA

Start Date:

2026

About CentrePeace

CentrePeace

is a vibrant, not-for-profit

drop-in community support centre

dedicated to providing warmth, friendship, and essential support to everyone, regardless of their age or socio-economic status. We are a true community hub where people from all walks of life can find help, connection, and belonging. Our centre offers a wide range of services, including free counselling, signposting, various workshops, and crisis support. The community kitchen and cafe are central to our mission, serving as an affordable, friendly, and welcoming meeting place, vital for fostering the overall well-being and social connection of our visitors.

The Role and Responsibilities

As the Joint Kitchen Lead you will work collaboratively to manage all aspects of the kitchen, including:

Operational Management:

Overseeing daily kitchen operations, including meal preparation, service, and efficient workflow.

Visitor Well-being:

Being

very

much involved in the well-being of our visitors, ensuring the kitchen environment is welcoming, safe, and supportive.

Team Support:

Working alongside staff and volunteers, ensuring a positive and productive environment.

Health & Safety:

Maintaining the highest standards of food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness

Stock Control:

Managing inventory, ordering supplies, and controlling costs to minimise waste.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking someone who is both

highly experienced

in a professional kitchen environment and possesses the

right ethos

for CentrePeace.

Essential Requirements:

Communication & Care:

A confident, caring, and compassionate communicator with the ability to engage positively with a diverse range of visitors and volunteers, and who is very much involved in the well-being of our visitors.

Community Experience:

Proven

experience working within the community or charitable sector

, demonstrating a practical understanding of community needs and dynamics.

Proven Kitchen Experience:

Significant experience in a busy catering or kitchen management role.

Professional Qualifications:

Relevant food hygiene and safety certificates

Organisational Skills:

Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and work autonomously.

The Right Ethos:

A genuine commitment to

community, inclusivity, and sustainability

. An understanding of, and passion for, CentrePeace's mission and values. A resourceful and flexible approach to working within a community setting.

How to Apply

Please send your

CV

and a detailed

Cover Letter

explaining your relevant experience and why you believe you have the right ethos for CentrePeace to info@centrepeace.org.uk by 14th February 2026.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 14.00 per hour

Work Location: In person