This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to join a thriving local business. At Partridge Lakes, we're proud to offer a wide range of facilities all in one unique lakeside location, including Partridge Lakes Fishery, Partridge Lakes Café, Partridge Lakes Tackle & Bait Shop, Partridge Park, and Partridge Lakes Events.
As a Kitchen Assistant at Partridge Lakes Café, you’ll play a key role in our busy lakeside kitchen, supporting food preparation and cooking while helping to maintain high standards of cleanliness and efficiency.
Working in a stunning setting overlooking the lakes, you’ll be part of a close-knit team delivering quality food and friendly service to our loyal café customers, many of whom visit several times a week.
While this role will mainly focus on kitchen duties, you will also support other aspects of café operations when required, as we work together as one team.
Please note: Shifts will be a mix of weekdays and weekends on a rota basis, with at least one weekend day minimum, required each week. As we are a small team, flexibility with your working pattern and willingness to help cover shifts is important.
What will you do?
Your role will primarily focus on kitchen responsibilities, including:
- Cooking and assisting with food preparation, including use of the grill plate and fryers
- Preparing ingredients and ensuring food is presented to our high standards
- Maintaining food hygiene and safety standards at all times
- Washing up and keeping kitchen equipment clean and organised
- End of shift kitchen cleaning including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing surfaces, and ensuring all areas are spotless
- Cleaning and maintaining fryers, grill plates, and other kitchen equipment
You will also support with:
- Serving customers at the front hatch when required
- Using the till and handling cash/card payments
- Unpacking and organising food and drink deliveries
- Clearing tables, emptying bins, and keeping the café and seating areas clean and welcoming
- Supporting the team with any other café-related duties as needed
What we are looking for:
- Someone who enjoys working in a kitchen environment and takes pride in producing quality food
- A hard working, hands-on individual who isn’t afraid of the “non-glamorous” side of kitchen work, from washing up to scrubbing down fryers and cleaning floors
- A team player with a positive attitude and the ability to stay calm and efficient during busy periods
- Flexible and reliable, with a strong work ethic
- A good communicator that has the ability to work well with colleagues
Previous kitchen experience is helpful but not essential. A willingness to learn and a strong work ethic are just as important.
About Us
We are a small, independent café based in Culcheth, Warrington, set within the stunning lakeside surroundings of Partridge Lakes. Located at the North West’s leading 70-acre fishing complex, a unique setting that makes every working day a little different!
As our café continues to evolve and grow, we’re constantly developing our menu, improving our processes, and investing in our team to raise standards even further. It’s an exciting time to join us as we build on our strong reputation and continue expanding what we offer to our loyal customers.
Please note that this is initially a temporary contract until 8th November, with the possibility of it being extended into a permanent position.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Food industry: 1 year (required)
- food: 1 year (preferred)
- Food preparation: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
