Kitchen

German Doner Kebab; Baldock; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

German Doner Kebab is seeking a Back of House Team Member to join our fast-growing restaurant brand. You will support the team to deliver exceptional food quality, guest care and service, working within brand standards and a fast-paced environment.

You will contribute to a positive guest experience, maintain cleanliness, follow safety procedures and collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen or restaurant environment.
• Ability to follow food safety standards and brand procedures.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills in a guest-focused setting.

Responsibilities

• Support back-of-house operations to deliver high-quality food and guest care.
• Maintain brand standards for food and service and ensure timely production.
• Communicate clearly with team to complete duties and responsibilities.
• Keep work areas clean and organized, following GDK cleaning protocols.
• Assist with daily paperwork and operational tasks as required.

Skills

Guest service mindset

Positive attitude

Fast-paced environment

Quality attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication with team

Training and coaching

Brand standards for food

Food safety standards

Uniform hygiene

Clean appearance

Menu knowledge

Cleaning and storage standards

Daily paperwork

Job description

Back of House Team Member

Do you have what it takes to work for one of the fastest-growing restaurant brands?

The opportunity is here!

German Doner Kebab is changing the perception of the kebab world. Kebabs Done Right. With over 150 restaurants worldwide, we are proud to be a market leader in the Casual Dining sector, with industry-leading service levels, exceptional food, and an unforgettable experience for our guests.

Now is the time to join our team!

We are looking for Team Memberswho can grow with us and share in our success.

You will support and work as part of a team to deliver exceptional food quality, outstanding guest care, and amazing service! Your role is very important to us here at GDK as you will be the driving force behind helping to achieve our brand standards, work within a great team, and ensure every guest leaves the restaurant having had a great experience and wants to return to us!

Here is what you need:

Restaurant Team Member-Back of house:

• Puts our guests first in everything we do.
• Has a positive and proactive attitude.
• Able to operate in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Able to achieve the highest guest satisfaction by producing quality products in a timely manner.
• Work to brand standards for food and operations, focusing on the guest experience as the top priority.
• Effectively communicate with other team members to complete the duties and responsibilities within your role.
• Helped and supported the development of other team members through support, training, and coaching.
• Work as part of a team.
• Help all the team members develop the appropriate skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional products and guest service.
• Demonstrate consistent operational standards and procedures that positively impact the restaurant's overall operations.

Key skills and knowledge needed for the role:

• Can ensure appropriate portion & quality control.
• Can consistently monitor food levels within the kitchen.
• Works safely & consciously to Food Safety Standards always.
• Always wear the appropriate uniform.
• Cleans equipment thoroughly and in a timely fashion according to GDK standards.
• Has the ability always to maintain a clean & professional appearance.
• Has a positive and enthusiastic approach to all tasks and works as part of a team.
• Can demonstrate an understanding of our menu products' ingredients, method & build.
• Can follow GDK cleaning & storage standards, including helping with pot washing and having a clean-as-you-go attitude.
• Ability to fill in daily paperwork in line with GDK standards.

Working for GDK, we can offer a full career pathway and support you with fantastic progression opportunities!

Compensation: Minimum Wage