Kitchen Assistant

Bulls Head, Earlswood; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector seeks a Kitchen Assistant to join their dynamic kitchen team. The role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness, supporting chefs, and engaging in basic food preparation. Employees will benefit from a supportive workplace, career development opportunities, and various employee perks, including flexible wage access and generous leave provisions.

Benefits

Wagestream - access up to 40% of wages as earned

28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)

Health cash plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Life assurance

Bespoke training programmes

Engaging & supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Capable of basic food preparation tasks.
• Willingness to follow instructions from chefs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the kitchen.
• Support chefs with any tasks required.
• Carry out scheduled deep cleaning of kitchen areas.

Skills

Self-motivated

Good work ethic

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

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Do you enjoy being part of a team and thrive as a key part of a busy operation?

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to work as part of our skilled kitchen team as Kitchen Assistant.

Your day to day;

• Maintaining the standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen
• The Kitchen Assistant role is a key support role for our chefs so you will need to undertake any tasks asked of you
• Scheduled deep cleaning of kitchen areas and equipment
• Basic food preparation
• Organising and storing food safely to comply with company standards

Who are we looking for?

You will be self-motivated and be able to work on your own initiative.

Demonstrating a good work ethic and a commitment to achieving team goals as well as an ability to work under pressure and time constraints

You should have a good working attitude and enjoy the buzz of working in a busy kitchen environment

In return, we are offering a rewarding role with scope for career progression along with;

• Wagestream - the ability to access up to 40% of your wages as you earn them each week
• 28 days annual leave (rising to 33 days after 5 years)
• Health cash plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Life assurance
• Bespoke training programmes accessible to all
• An engaging & supportive work environment