Kitchen Assistant

Prezzo Ltd; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular Italian restaurant chain in Bournemouth is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs and maintain kitchen standards. Responsibilities include food preparation, hygiene maintenance, and communication with team members. Ideal candidates have strong communication skills and a proactive attitude. Flexibility in work hours and a genuine love for food are essential. Enjoy perks like free meals on shift and discounts for family and friends.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Discounts for family and friends

Birthday off

Well-being support

Access to exclusive hospitality rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting is a bonus but not required.
• Flexibility with work hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support chefs with food prep and presentation.
• Maintain hygiene and safety in the kitchen.
• Contribute to a fun, respectful workplace.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Ability to stay calm in fast-paced environments

Job description

At Prezzo Italian, we are 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.