Kitchen Assistant

Prezzo Italian; Grays; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading Italian restaurant chain in Grays is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to support chefs in food preparation and maintain kitchen hygiene. You will play a vital role in delivering high standards and ensuring a smooth running of the kitchen. The ideal candidate has a love for food, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude. Competitive pay and flexible shifts offered, along with perks like free meals and discounts.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Big discounts for employees and loved ones

Birthday off

Well-being support

Access to exclusive hospitality rewards

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting is a bonus.
• Flexibility with work hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support chefs with food prep and presentation.
• Keep kitchen areas spotless and organised.
• Receive and store deliveries with care.
• Support the kitchen team in reacting to guest feedback.
• Operate dishwashing equipment and dispose of waste responsibly.
• Communicate clearly with chefs and front-of-house teams.

Skills

Culinary Experience

Food Handling

Restaurant Experience

Food Preparation Experience

Food Service

Kitchen Experience

Hospitality Experience

Basic Math

Food Safety Experience

Retail Sales

Cooking

Sanitation

Job description

Kitchen Assistant - Prezzo Italian

Put Your Heart into It

up to 12.21 per hour plus tronc / tips & perks!

At Prezzo Italian were all about bringing people together over delicious Italian food. As a Kitchen Assistant youll be the heartbeat of our kitchen supporting our chefs and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.

Whether youre chopping prepping cleaning or plating youll 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.

What We’re Looking For:

• 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 well train the right person.
• Flexibility with work hours including evenings weekends and bank holidays.

Why Join Prezzo Italian

• Access structured training and clear career pathways to advance your skills and career.
• 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.

Ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of a place where your hearts makes the magic Apply now and discover where you truly belong.

Key Skills

Culinary Experience,Food Handling,Restaurant Experience,Food Preparation Experience,Food Service,Kitchen Experience,Hospitality Experience,Basic Math,Food Safety Experience,Retail Sales,Cooking,Sanitation

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1