Kitchen Assistant

St Austell Brewery; Newquay; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30% off food and drink

50% off overnight stays in pubs

Retail discounts across hundreds of UK

In-house training programmes

Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours

Family-friendly, flexible working

Paid time off to volunteer

Job summary

St Austell Brewery in Newquay is seeking a kitchen assistant to join a friendly, busy team at The Great Western pub. You will help with food preparation, run the dishwasher and help keep the kitchen clean, tidy and safe.

This role offers in-house training, flexible working and employee perks like meal provided for longer shifts and local discounts. It's a great stepping stone into a commercial kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Assist with food preparation in a busy kitchen.
• Operate the dishwasher and maintain hygiene standards.
• Keep kitchen clean, tidy and safe at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and basic prep tasks.
• Operate the dishwasher and ensure dishes are cleaned to standard.
• Keep work areas clean and organized, ensuring safety and hygiene.

Skills

Food preparation

Dishwashing

Kitchen cleanliness

Job description

Set in the heart of Newquay, the Great Western enjoys unrivalled views over golden sands and out to sea from its clifftop garden, terrace, restaurant, and hotel-style accommodation. You’ll be working in a Cornish paradise that’s renowned for its eclectic surf lifestyle that attracts visitors far and wide. Our doors first opened in 1879 with support from the local steam railway. The bar is fondly known as ‘Steam’ by many to this day.

Join us as a kitchen assistant and be part of a talented team, assisting with food preparation, operating the dishwasher, and keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe. This could be a great role for someone looking to start in a commercial kitchen.

What we offer …

• 30% off food and drink and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
• In house training programmes to support progression and learning
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours
• Family-friendly, flexible working
• Paid time off to volunteer

Our Team …

• Are passionate about creating a warm welcome for everyone
• Take pride in keeping everywhere clean and tidy
• Are key to keeping our front of house running seamlessly

Additional info:

St Austell Brewery is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.