Kitchen Assistant

Greene King; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on brands

Employee assistance program

Apprenticeship pathways

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support a busy kitchen, keeping the area well stocked and clean so the team can deliver great dishes for customers.

You’ll help maintain hygiene and safety standards, communicate clearly with the kitchen team, and develop practical skills in a friendly, supportive environment across our country pubs.

We offer a competitive salary and pension contributions, plus opportunities to grow across Greene King brands and start an apprenticeship pathway.

Qualifications

• Kitchen assistant role assisting busy service and stock control.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen.
• Communicate clearly with the team to ensure needs are met.

Responsibilities

• Help the kitchen service run smoothly by keeping stock and ensuring cleanliness.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards to protect the team and customers.
• Communicate clearly with the team to ensure everyone has what they need.

Skills

Positive attitude

Thrives under pressure

Willingness to learn

English proficiency

Job description

As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll play a key part in the kitchen ensuring a busy service runs smoothly. You’ll make sure everything is well stocked, clean, and the team around you have everything they need to create the perfect dish for our customers.

Company Description

Join us at Chef & Brewer, a collection of unique country-style pubs set in beautiful locations across the country which are welcome escapes for our customers, that feel like a home away from home. Our relaxed pubs with beautifully decorated interiors, seriously good pub food and expertly chosen drinks ranges are the perfect places for our customers to enjoy any occasion.

Additional Information

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why…

You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:

• The chance to further your career across our well-known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.


• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.


• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well-being, financial, and legal support because you matter!


• Enhanced, family-friendly maternity and paternity policies


• Menopause Friendly Employer


• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.


• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!


• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.


• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more…

CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG

We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.

Qualifications

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will…

• Help the kitchen service run smoothly by making sure it is well stocked and clean.


• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.


• Communicate clearly with your team, ensuring they have everything they need.

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

• A positive can-do attitude to support your team.


• A passion for challenges and thriving in a fast-paced kitchen.


• Willingness to learn and expand your skills in the kitchen.


• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.