Kitchen Assistant

Prezzo Ltd; Aldeburgh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Big discounts for you and family

Your birthday off

Well-being support

Exclusive hospitality rewards

Job summary

Prezzo Italian is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to be the heartbeat of our kitchen, helping chefs and ensuring high standards behind the scenes. You may chop, prep, clean or plate, contributing to a smooth service and guest satisfaction.

We value a proactive, energetic team member with strong communication, flexible shifts and a willingness to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Training is provided where needed and all shifts include perks like meals on shift.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting is a bonus, but we'll train the right person.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Proactive attitude and energy, with a warm, friendly personality.

Responsibilities

• Support chefs with food prep and presentation, helping deliver dishes.
• Keep kitchen areas spotless and organised, maintaining hygiene and safety.
• Receive and store deliveries and maintain freshness and quality.
• Assist the kitchen team during busy periods and adapt to feedback.

Skills

Strong communication

Flexible shifts

Team player

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

At Prezzo Italian, we're all about bringing people together over delicious Italian food. As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll be the heartbeat of our kitchen, supporting our chefs and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. Whether you're chopping, prepping, cleaning, or plating, you'll play a vital role in delivering the high standards we and our guests expect. What You'll Do:

• Support our chefs with food prep and presentation, helping deliver dishes that make guests smile.
• Keeping kitchen areas spotless and organised, ensuring hygiene and safety are always top priorities.
• Receive and store deliveries with care, maintaining freshness and quality.
• Support the kitchen team in reacting to guest feedback, when required.
• Operate dishwashing equipment and dispose of waste responsibly, contributing to a clean and sustainable kitchen.
• Communicate clearly with chefs and front-of-house teams to keep service flowing smoothly.
• Support your teammates during busy periods, celebrate wins together, and contribute to a fun, respectful workplace.
• Embrace feedback, learn new skills, and bring energy and positivity to every shift. A genuine love for food and being part of a close-knit team.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to get stuck in.
• Strong communication skills with a warm, friendly personality and a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting is a bonus - but we'll train the right person.
• Flexibility with work hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. Enjoy competitive pay, tronc/tips, benefits, and recognition for your dedication and hard work.
• Flexible shifts and a supportive environment to help you balance work with personal life.
• Perks that matter - like free meals on shift, big discounts for you and your loved ones, your birthday off, well-being support, and access to exclusive hospitality rewards.
• Become part of a team-first business where you're seen, heard and valued every day.