Kitchen Assistant

• Vacancy Type
• Casual Worker
• Location
• St Vincent's Centre, New Bridge Street, Newcastle, NE1 2TQ
• Salary
• £12.60 per hour
• Application Deadline
• Sunday, November 23, 2025
• Job Advert

• Are you passionate about food and community? We’re looking for a

  Casual Kitchen/Pantry Assistantto join our friendly team at St Vincent’s Newcastle. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference by supporting our catering service and community projects.What you’ll do:
  • Prepare and serve simple hot and cold meals, drinks, sandwiches, and snacks.
  • Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
  • Assist with stock control, ordering, and food collections.
  • Serve customers with a smile and support volunteers in the kitchen.
  • Help deliver buffets, parties, and our weekly Cost of Living market.
  • Support the smooth running of the Community Pantry and foodbank.
  • Complete basic paperwork and follow food hygiene and health & safety standards.
  What we’re looking for:
  • Previous catering and customer service experience.
  • Good level of English and Maths.
  • Knowledge of food hygiene and allergen awareness.
  • Ability to stay calm under pressure and work well in a team.
  • Great organisational and communication skills.
  Desirable:
  • Food Hygiene Level 2 certificate.
  • Emergency First Aid at Work.
  • Experience in the voluntary sector.
  Why Join Us?

  You’ll be part of a supportive, mission-driven team committed to making a difference in communities across the UK. We offer flexible working, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to contribute to meaningful projects.

  Key Dates & Additional Info
  • Closing Date:23/11/2025
  • Interviews:w/c 30/11/2025

  We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Whilst we ask that staff have sympathy with Christian values,

  we celebrate and value people of all faiths or none -diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are.

  If you have any questions or would like to know more about the role, feel free to contact our friendly HR Team on

  0207 703 3030 (option 5).

  Please note: If you haven’t heard from us within four weeks of your application, unfortunately, you have not been successful on this occasion. We encourage early applications as we may close the listing early if we receive a high volume of interest.

  About the SVP

  The

  St Vincent de Paul Society (SVP)has been a beacon of hope since 1844, part of a vibrant international Christian movement working in 153 countries. We are dedicated to tackling poverty in all its forms by offering practical, person-to-person support to those in need. Our mission is rooted in dignity, compassion, and respect - serving anyone, regardless of faith, race, gender, or background.

  Join us in making a real difference -

  your skills could help transform lives.