Kitchen Assistant

Maki Ramen; Leeds; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 19 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Résumé du poste

Maki & Ramen is launching a new site and seeking an experienced and adaptable Kitchen Assistant to join the team. You will lead the launch, support chefs, and help shape the guest dining experience with hands-on food prep, cleanliness, and stock management.

This full-time, in-person role offers a competitive salary with tips. The ideal candidate is reliable, quick to learn, and passionate about kitchen hygiene and teamwork, ready to contribute to a vibrant, growing brand.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of kitchen hygiene and safety.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Good physical stamina and time management.
• Quick learner with attention to detail.
• Previous kitchen experience (a plus, not required).
• Food safety certification (if applicable).

Responsabilités

• Support chefs with food prep (chopping, washing, etc.).
• Keep kitchen areas clean and organized.
• Assist with stock rotation and ingredient storage.
• Wash dishes and sanitize equipment.
• Dispose of waste properly and follow hygiene standards.
• Restock supplies as needed during service.

Connaissances

Kitchen hygiene & safety

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Time management

Quick learner

Food safety certification (if applic.)

Description du poste

Pay Rate: £12.71 - £13.00 (typical earnings up to £14-£15 with tips)

Hours: 45-50 per week (hours are negotiable)

Role: Full Time Kitchen Assistant

Commencement Date: ASAP

Be part of something new – join Maki & Ramen

We're Maki & Ramen – a growing, Japanese-inspired dining brand known for our homemade ramen and freshly prepared sushi. With a strong focus on quality and warm, attentive service, we’re passionate about delivering a memorable experience for every guest.

Maki & Ramen is looking for an experienced and adaptable Kitchen Assistant to lead the launch and shape the future of this exciting new site. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and be part of a vibrant, expanding team, we’d love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities:

• Support chefs with food prep (chopping, washing, etc.)


• Keep kitchen areas clean and organized


• Assist with stock rotation and ingredient storage


• Wash dishes and sanitize equipment


• Dispose of waste properly and follow hygiene standards


• Restock supplies as needed during service

Skills & Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of kitchen hygiene and safety


• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team


• Good physical stamina and time management


• Quick learner with attention to detail


• Previous kitchen experience (a plus, not required)


• Food safety certification (if applicable)

As part of our team, you will receive a motivated and friendly working environment, delicious team meals and a competitive salary + tips.

Job Types: Full-Time

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food


• Employee discount

Schedule:

• 8-10 hour shift


• Day shift


• Holidays


• Night shift


• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Chef: 1 year (required)


• Restaurant: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person