Job Overview
Join our dynamic culinary team as a Kitchen Assistant, where your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a vibrant, efficient, and welcoming food service environment. In this role, you will support the culinary staff by assisting with meal preparation, food safety, and kitchen organization. Your energy and attention to detail will contribute to delivering high-quality meals and exceptional service in a fast-paced setting. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your culinary skills and gain valuable restaurant experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with food preparation and meal assembly, ensuring all dishes meet quality standards
- Support the kitchen team in maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety protocols
- Prepare ingredients by washing, chopping, and organizing supplies for cooking
- Help with stocking kitchen supplies and ensuring all equipment is clean and functional
- Serve food to customers or staff in accordance with established procedures
- Follow safety guidelines during food handling and storage to prevent contamination
- Support the team during busy service times by managing multiple tasks efficiently
Requirements
- Previous experience in catering, cooking, or restaurant environments is preferred but not mandatory
- Knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen safety standards
- Ability to work quickly and accurately in a busy kitchen setting
- Strong understanding of food safety regulations and hygiene practices
- Excellent teamwork skills with a positive attitude towards learning new skills
- Basic culinary experience including meal preparation and food handling
- Willingness to follow instructions carefully and maintain high standards of cleanliness
This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen. We value energetic team players who are passionate about food service and committed to delivering excellent results every day. Join us to grow your culinary expertise while contributing to a lively, supportive environment!
This role will also come with the ability to progress while working along side very skilled chefs meaning the right candidate can progress in the industry and learn to become a chef at their own pace.
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Expected hours: 25.0 – 45.0 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Work Location: In person
