Kitchen Assistant

JW Lees; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Kitchen Assistant, where you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive team environment. With nearly 200 years of experience, the company is passionate about great food and memorable experiences. Enjoy generous discounts, a fair share of tips, and well-being support as you contribute to the success of a family-owned business that values its people. If you're eager to develop your culinary skills and be part of a dedicated team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

30% discount on food and drink

50% off food when on shift

Discounted stays in hotels and inns

Annual profit share

Wellbeing support

Access to discounts via JW BenefitHub

Qualifications

• Must be keen to learn new skills and progress in the kitchen.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Keep the kitchen running efficiently and clean during and after service.
• Clean utensils and dishes, assist with basic food preparation.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Basic food preparation

Health & Safety awareness

Job description

Kitchen Assistant Vacancy

We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our fabulous team.

What we offer our Kitchen Assistants:

• 30% discount on food and drink across our pubs and inns for you and friends and family
• 50% off food when on shift
• Discounted stays in our hotels and inns
• A fair share of tips
• Annual profit share, ensuring you share in the success of the company
• Wellbeing support with our Employee Assistant Programme
• Great opportunities to grow in your role and progress your career
• Access to JW BenefitHub, giving you access to a huge range of high street and online discounts

What a Kitchen Assistant does at JW Lees:

• You’ll play a main part in keeping the kitchen running efficiently and spotlessly clean during and after service
• You'll be responsible for cleaning utensils and dishes along with general kitchen duties and on occasion basic food and ingredients preparation
• Be conscious of Health & Safety in the Kitchen, working with the team to achieve and maintain 5* Scores on the doors
• Be keen to learn new skills and progress
• You’ll get the chance to shine, contribute to our success each and every day and our team will give you their full support to help you to rise to the top

About JW Lees:

Proudly family owned and nearly 200 years old, JW Lees are the original modern, traditional brewer. With 150 pubs, inns and hotels across the North West and North Wales, we are passionate about great beer, fantastic food and memorable experiences.

We put people at the heart of our business, always doing the right thing and always sticking together. Our six values are at the heart of everything we do:

Proud - Savvy - Honest - Passionate - Personal - Together