Kitchen Assistant

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking garden centre retailer as a Kitchen Assistant, where your passion for food and customer service will shine. This role is vital in delivering an exceptional dining experience in a vibrant restaurant setting. You'll prepare and present delicious meals, ensuring high standards of food hygiene and safety. With generous discounts, flexible leave options, and opportunities for professional growth, you'll be part of a dedicated team that values positivity and teamwork. Embrace the chance to thrive in a fast-paced environment while making a difference in customers' lives.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

50% Store Discounts in Restaurants

25% Store Discounts in Garden Centre

10% Discounts in Food Halls

Access to Wagestream

Support from Retail Trust

Development Opportunities via Dobbies Academy

Qualifications

• Passionate about food and customer experience.
• Experience in food service and kitchen hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food according to menu specifications.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team for timely meal service.

Skills

Food Service Experience

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of Dietary Requirements

Understanding of Health & Safety Regulations

Education

Relevant Food Safety Qualifications

Job description

Our Kitchen Assistants play an essential role in delivering an exceptional customer experience across our Restaurants by providing tasty food, maintaining food hygiene, and upholding high operational standards.

Responsibilities

1. Preparing and presenting food in line with menu specifications.
2. Supporting general kitchen duties proactively.
3. Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure meals are presented to a high standard and served on time.
4. Enhancing your knowledge of dietary requirements, allergies, and health & safety regulations.

Who we are looking for

1. Passionate about food and committed to delivering the best customer experience.
2. A team player and confident communicator eager to learn new skills.
3. Thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment.
4. Experience in food service.
5. Understanding of kitchen health, safety, and hygiene rules.
6. Relevant food safety qualifications are preferred.
7. Demonstrates our core values: teamwork, continuous improvement, positivity, a love for gardens, and customer focus.

What we offer

1. Generous annual leave with flexible holiday options.
2. Uncapped store discounts: 50% in our Restaurants, 25% in the Garden Centre, and 10% in our food halls.
3. Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing support, including early earnings access, savings, and advice.
4. Support from Retail Trust, including confidential support, virtual GP, counselling, and retail rewards.
5. Development opportunities via Dobbies Academy’s eLearning and programs.
6. A passionate, diverse, and committed team culture focused on customer satisfaction.

About us

Founded in 1865 by James Dobbie, Dobbies is the only garden centre retailer with stores across every UK nation. We celebrate garden living all year-round, showcasing our passion through a variety of products, services, and community events. Many stores feature restaurants or coffee shops, offering a welcoming environment for refreshments and meals. We are dedicated to being a great place to work, encouraging colleagues to grow, celebrate success, and serve our customers with enthusiasm.