Kitchen Assistant

The Best Connection; Penrith; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local catering company near Penrith is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to join their team. This role involves preparing ingredients, cooking classic dishes, and maintaining high food hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have previous kitchen experience, a good work ethic, and be able to drive due to the rural location. The position offers consistent hours and a supportive work environment with competitive pay.

Benefits

Consistent daytime hours

Friendly working environment

Opportunity to develop skills

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a kitchen is essential.
• Confident in basic cooking and food preparation.
• A full driving licence and own transport required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients and supporting chefs with food prep.
• Cooking meals such as fish and chips, lasagne, burgers.
• Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene.
• Cleaning down kitchen areas and equipment.
• Working as part of a team to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Previous kitchen experience

Basic cooking skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Kitchen Assistant - Outskirts of Penrith

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our team just outside Penrith. This role is ideal for someone with previous kitchen experience who enjoys working in a busy environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards.

Hours and Pay

• Any 5 days out of 7
• Shift times: 7.00am to 3.30pm
• Pay rate: £12.75 per hour

Main Duties

• Preparing ingredients and supporting chefs with food prep
• Cooking meals such as fish and chips, lasagne, burgers and other classic dishes
• Maintaining excellent standards of food hygiene and following food safety procedures
• Cleaning down kitchen areas, equipment and utensils to ensure a safe and tidy workspace
• Working as part of a team to make sure service runs smoothly

About You

• Previous experience working in a kitchen is essential
• Confident in basic cooking and food preparation
• A full driving licence and your own transport are required due to the rural location
• Good work ethic, reliable and punctual
• Able to work well in a team and follow instructions

What We Offer

• Consistent daytime hours with no late nights
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Competitive hourly pay at £12.75
• Opportunity to develop your skills in a busy kitchen setting

How to Apply

If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, and want to join a hardworking team, please apply with your CV and contact details.