3 days per week, 9:00am - 5:00pm and working every other weekend
Active Pathways is delighted to be recruiting for a passionate
Kitchen Assistant
to join our brand-new residential service,
Fernside House
, in Armley, Leeds. Fernside House will provide a safe and supportive home for men with enduring mental health needs, and we're looking for someone who shares our commitment to person-centred, recovery-focused care.
The Best Bits
Extra paid day off every year for your birthday
Annual leave starts at the statutory minimum, with extra days rewarded at 2 and 5 years' service
Refer a Friend scheme - earn up to 500 per referral
Health Cash Plan - covers dental, optical, virtual GP, counselling, and includes discounted gym membership
About the Role
As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll work closely with our Head Cook to maintain high standards of food preparation, cleanliness, and safety. Key duties include:
Assisting with food preparation and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment
Cleaning and storing equipment, utensils, and surfaces in line with hygiene standards
Clearing and cleaning dining areas before and after meals, and emptying waste bins
Ensuring food stock, crockery, and cutlery are available and stored correctly
Requirements
Previous experience working in a similar kitchen or catering environment
Understanding of safe food preparation, kitchen hygiene, and cleaning practices
Awareness of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health), infection control, and Health & Safety regulations
Willingness to support and supervise service users in a kitchen setting as part of their recovery
About Us
Active Pathways Ltd has been operating in Lancashire and Yorkshire, for over 20 years as a Mental Health and Rehabilitation provider, offering support to adults aged 18+. We are dedicated to delivering recovery-focused Mental Health Services within innovative, creative, and inspiring environments.
Each service user and member of staff is entitled to, and will have, their own individual and unique pathway designed by them with the support of the organisation to get from their current situation to their desired situation. Each service user is supported to be an expert in their own mental health and each member of staff is supported to be an expert in their own development, with everyone's voice heard, respected and acted upon.
About Fernside House
Fernside House is a brand-new residential service providing high-quality care and a welcoming home environment for men with enduring mental health needs. As part of the team, you'll be helping to shape the service from the very beginning, ensuring residents feel safe, supported, and valued.
Our Core Benefits
Supportive and friendly team environment with ongoing training and development
Funded Professional Membership - where relevant to your role
Career Development - structured support through our Your Pathway, Your Future development programme
Workplace pension scheme
Free Blue Light Card membership
Free enhanced DBS checks, on-site parking, and lunch (for site-based roles)
This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll make a real difference by improving people's quality of life. If you're ready to bring passion, leadership, and compassion to a team that truly values people, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us create a service where residents feel supported, respected, and able to thrive.
Active Pathways Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We respect and empower each individual and support diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We welcome applications from diverse candidates and provide support during our recruitment processes to enable all applicants to perform at their best.
While this day may not always fall on your exact birthday due to service needs or non-working days, you can take it anytime within three months of your birthday.*
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