Full Time Kitchen Assistant

Sarova Hotels; Shanklin; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wagestream – flexible access to earned

Birthday day off

Employee Assistance Programme

Saroving Rewards

Employee appreciation events

Accommodation discounts for staff

Job summary

Sarova Hotels in Shanklin is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to keep the kitchen clean, support chefs in banquet prep, and ensure Health & Safety compliance. Earliest shifts start at 6.30am and latest finish at 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

Qualifications

• Prior kitchen experience preferred but not essential; training will be provided.
• Physical fitness required for lifting and operating equipment.
• Flexibility in shifts and ability to work at varied times.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices and following procedures.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to follow instructions and show initiative; good communication is important.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food prep for banqueting and buffet sections.
• Operate the dishwasher and maintain dishwashing workflow.
• Move equipment around the kitchen and hotel for chefs.
• Collect and dispose of rubbish and waste in a safe manner.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and health & safety practices.

Skills

Physical fitness

Good communication

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Initiative

Job description

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
• Operating the dishwasher
• Moving equipment around the kitchen and hotel for chefs
• Collecting and taking out rubbish and waste
• Maintaining good hygiene and health & safety practices

In line with the requirements of the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.