Kitchen Assistant

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment agency is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in Park Royal, North London. The role involves supporting kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment, maintaining hygiene standards, and assisting with food preparation. Ideal candidates will be reliable, able to work under pressure, and comfortable in a cold environment. This position is seasonal with a competitive pay rate and the potential for further employment beyond the initial contract.

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Monday to Friday schedule - no weekends

Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the food industry

Potential for extension beyond the initial seasonal contract

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food production environment is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen operations in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards across all kitchen areas.
• Assist with food preparation and handling in a cold environment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet daily production targets.

Skills

Ability to work efficiently under pressure

Comfortable working in a cold environment

Reliable and punctual

Strong team player

Job description

Kitchen Assistant (Kitchen Porter)

Location: Park Royal (North London)

Pay: £12.21 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Contract: Seasonal Temporary (with potential to be kept on beyond the agreed period)

About the Role

We are seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join a fast-paced, dynamic team within a rapidly growing SME in the UK Meal Preparation sector. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience with an innovative and fun business during their busiest time of year - January.

Key Responsibilities

• Support kitchen operations in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards across all kitchen areas.
• Assist with food preparation and handling in a cold environment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Work collaboratively with the team to meet daily production targets.

What We're Looking For

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Comfortable working in a cold environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and a strong team player.
• Previous experience in a kitchen or food production environment is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Monday to Friday schedule - no weekends.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the food industry.
• Potential for extension beyond the initial seasonal contract.