Kitchen Assistant

Individual Restaurants; Hale; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off meals

Wagestream earned wage access

Team meals on shift

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension contribution

Career development program

Discounts and cashback

Refer a friend bonus £500

Job summary

Individual Restaurants is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our kitchen operations and keep the workspace clean and well organised. You’ll play a vital role on the team, learning on the job and gaining exposure to our busy service periods.

Previous kitchen experience is a bonus but not required; we value enthusiasm and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. This is a great entry point with strong training and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen environment is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn about food preparation and kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen operations and maintain a clean, organised workspace.
• Assist with basic food preparation and station setup.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across kitchen areas.

Skills

Kitchen environment awareness

Enthusiastic attitude

Willing to learn

Job description

Individual Restaurants has an exciting opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant to join our team. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the kitchen operations and maintaining a clean and organised workspace.

Why work with us

• The Sunday Times - Best place to work 2024 & 2025
• Full in-house training provided through our bespoke RISE programme
• 50% off your food and drink bill at any of our restaurants, at any time, for up to 8 people
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages
• Access to up to 40% of earnt wages and financial wellbeing tools through Wagestream
• Employee Assistance Programme through The Drinks Trust, providing 24/7 support and access to counselling services.
• Career pathways and development through our high performers programme
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Team meals on shift
• 15% off your grocery bill at Iceland Foods
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Opportunities to take part in fundraising and charity events
• Discounts and cashback from hundreds of high street and online retailers
• Refer a friend and earn up to £500
• Individual Champion programme - acting as an ambassador of your brand and representing your team.

When you join Individual Restaurants, you’re not just joining one team. You’re joining a collection of leading restaurants, all with a stellar reputation for quality service and exceptional food. Explore roles across our collection of 30+ restaurants, Piccolino, Restaurant Bar & Grill, Forbici and Riva Blu.

About You

• Previous experience in a kitchen environment is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Enthusiastic and willing to learn about food preparation and kitchen operations.

An individual role is just that. Individual. We hire the best talent across all areas of the business and value them as such. That’s why we have an ongoing commitment to invest in our people through quality training and mentoring from our amazing leadership team.