Full Time Kitchen Assistant

Sarova Hotels; Gerrards Cross; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream – flexible access to earned

Paid day off for your birthday

Employee Assistance Programme

Saroving Rewards

Employee appreciation events

Accommodation rates for staff

Job summary

The Bull Hotel Gerrards Cross is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help keep the kitchen clean, organised and compliant with health and safety regulations. You will support chefs with banqueting prep and ensure a high standard of cleanliness across kitchen areas.

Earliest shifts start at 6.30am with latest finish around 11.30pm, and commuting to SL9 7PA is required as this is not a live-in role. Join a busy Food & Beverage team and benefit from training opportunities, staff discounts, and various

Qualifications

• Prior experience of working in kitchen is preferred but not essential.
• Physical fitness required for hands-on kitchen tasks.
• Flexibility to work early shifts and varied hours.
• Ability to follow health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Help prep foods for banqueting sections.
• Clean kitchen equipment, surfaces and floors.
• Operate the dishwasher and maintain hygiene standards.
• Move equipment around kitchen and hotel for chefs.
• Take in kitchen deliveries and manage waste.

Skills

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Good communication

Job description

A peaceful four star hotel in Gerrards Cross in Buckinghamshire, the Bull Hotel offers 147 comfortable bedrooms, a restaurant and bar, and flexible event suites for all types of functions. Opened in 1688 as a coaching inn, the picturesque hotel combines warm British hospitality with modern comforts. Located in the countryside. The Bull is easily accessible by train or car.

We are seeking a Kitchen Assistant in keeping our kitchen area clean and organised and compliant with Health & Safety regulations as well as supporting the Chefs preparing Buffet and banquesting dishes. Earliest shifts start at 6.30am and the latest finish time is 11.30pm. You must be able to commute to SL9 7PA as this is not a live in position.

Our Kitchen is at the heart of our Food & Beverage department providing the food for our guests 24 hours a day. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will clean our busy kitchen structure & equipment and help the chefs in the banquesting section to deliver the best possible standards to our guests.

Why join the Bull’s team?

As part of the Bull's team, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Wagestream – flexible access to your earned wages & financial coaching App
• A paid day off for your birthday
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family
• Saroving Rewards for going the extra mile & delivering exceptional guest service
• Employee appreciation events
• Family & Friends Accommodation rates & employee F & B discounts at all hotels in the group
• Opportunities for training and development & recognising your potential

As a Kitchen Assistant you will have...

• Prior experience of working kitchen prefered but not essential as training will be given.
• Physical fitness (as the work is hands on and will require some lifting, loading and operating of machines).
• A strong work ethic and flexibility in the shifts you can work
• Basic knowledge of health & safety practices & be able to follow safe working procedures
• Attention to detail, even when working under pressure
• Ability to follow instruction and be able to show initiative
• Good communications skills

What will I be doing as a Kitchen Assistant?

• Helping prep foods for our banqueting section
• Cleaning kitchen equipment, surfaces & floors
• Operating the dishwasher
• Moving equipment around the kitchen and hotel for chefs
• Taking in kitchen deliveries
• Collecting and taking out rubbish and waste
• Maintaining good hygiene and health & safety practices