Kitchen Assistant

Bella Italia; Exeter; In loco; GBP 12.000 - 18.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Hourly pay and Tronc

Discounts on food and drink

Flexible working

Career growth and apprenticeships

Employee wellbeing & support

Perks & rewards

Team celebrations

Descrizione del lavoro

Bella Italia in Exeter seeks a Kitchen Assistant to join a close-knit team. You will help keep the kitchen clean and sanitised, support stock rotation, and assist in preparing dough, starters, and desserts to the restaurant’s standards.

Join a friendly team and enjoy flexible working opportunities, with benefits like discounts and wellbeing support. No prior experience required beyond enthusiasm and teamwork.

Competenze

• Ability to work as part of a close-knit team.
• Thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take on tasks.

Mansioni

• Support the chefs by keeping the kitchen clean and sanitised in the prep areas.
• Assist in stock rotation by unloading deliveries and ensuring proper storage.
• Assist in food preparation, helping with dough, starters, and desserts to company standards.

Conoscenze

Teamwork

Enthusiasm

Willingness to learn

Fast-paced

Descrizione del lavoro

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will:

• Support the chefs - Keep the kitchen running smoothly by cleaning and sanitising all prep areas.
• Help with stock rotation - Assist in unloading deliveries and ensuring everything is stored correctly.
• Assist in food preparation - Work with the team to prepare dough, starters, and desserts to company standards.

If you love food, enjoy working as part of a close-knit team, and thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment, you could be exactly who we're looking for.

At Bella Italia, our kitchens are the heartbeat of the restaurant. From prepping fresh ingredients to cooking dishes our guests love, you'll play a key role in delivering great food, every time. You'll be part of a supportive, friendly team where you can learn new skills, build confidence, and take pride in what you do.

We're proud to be an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know - we're always happy to help.

Thinking about using AI tools for your application? They can help you get started, but what really stands out to us is you - your enthusiasm, teamwork, and willingness to get stuck in.

Application Process

• CV review interview offer and onboarding

Join the Bella Italia family today and work somewhere awesome! Don't just take our word for it we're proud to be named in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026.

About Company: You'll find our stunning Exeter Italian restaurant in the heart of the city, just opposite the Guild Hall shopping centre.

At Bella Italia, we believe the best moments in life are spent sharing food, friendship, laughter, and the joy of the Italian table. If you have a passion for pizza and pasta, this is the job for you! Come and be part of the Bella Italia family as a Kitchen Assistant!

Benefits

• Hourly pay and opportunity to earn Tronc.
• Amazing Discounts - 50% off food and drink across all Big Table Group brands and 25% for friends & family.
• Flexible Working - Negotiable contracts to suit your lifestyle.
• Career Growth - Fully funded Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeships and development programs
• Wellbeing & Support - Our Employee Assistance Programme includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness & diet plans.
• Perks & Rewards - Access wages before payday, salary finance support, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and entertainment.
• Team Celebrations - Competitions, team parties, and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers