Job Description

Do you want to make a difference within your local community, supporting people to improve their lives through leisure?


If you feel driven to inspire people to be more active, improve their wellbeing and would like a job that will make a real different to local people's lives then Freedom Leisure is the place for you!


We are a not-for-profit leisure trust with we have a strong purpose and commitment to support our local communities and hard-to-reach groups encouraging them to become more active, contributing to improved lives. From Swimming lessons, to walking football and everything in-between we are driven to provide fun and welcoming sessions to support the whole community to be active, both within our leisure centres and in the local community.


We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly and professional team. You will provide an efficient catering service, assisting in the kitchen cleaning and preparing for service. Ideally coming from a similar role, you will be a genuine team player, able to work off your own initiative and be enthusiastic and motivated.


The good thing is that we provide you with full training and greastweat potential for career progression, we have over 100 facilities across England and Wales - many of our staff have built successful careers with us because they love the having a positive impact in their local communities and enjoy the variety that the role provides.


Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. We aim to be the employer of choice within our industry and we strive for this every day.

In the event that a high volume of suitable applications are received, the post may close prior to the specified closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if interested.

Hours: 40 hours a week, Monday to Sunday (Rota basis)

Requirements

Experience of working in a kitchen or a similar fast paced enviroment Experience of managing a varied workload Excellent communication skills and personal presentation A genuine team player and have a high level of responsibility, flexibility, enthusiasm and motivation Must also be able to maintain the highest level of professionalism and integrity Drive and energy to enthuse the staff they are working with Team orientated approach, able to work across organization boundaries and demonstrate interest and be supportive of the work of colleagues

Benefits

We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind, so what can we offer you?

My Staff Shop, our very own staff benefit scheme, gives employees access to a great range of benefits. Get discounts on cinema tickets, travel bookings, high street e-vouchers, gift cards, days out, leisure activities and your day to day spending. Discounted Staff membership (including family members) Incremental holidays Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential, independent and professional counselling. Company pension Various insurance and saving schemes Financial advice Cycle-to-work and Car Leasing tax-efficient schemes (salaried staff only) All this as well as fully funded training and career progression opportunities in a team working environment

Closing date: 4th July 2025

Salary: up to 23,555 per annum