Kitchen Assistant

Artemis Venue Services Ltd; Purton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Hours

Competitive pay

Uniform and PPE provided

Company bonus scheme

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Free parking

Job summary

The Pear Tree in Purton, Wiltshire is hiring a Kitchen Assistant on a full-time basis. You will join a small team, work 40 hours per week, and ensure high standards in food preparation, hygiene and service. A background in commercial kitchens and a willingness to relocate if needed are preferred as the venue handles weddings and events.

Salary is £26,436.80 per year with overtime opportunities. Own transport is essential due to the remote location; applicants must be eligible to work in the UK

Qualifications

• Own transport is essential due to the remote location.
• Candidates must be eligible to work full-time in the UK.
• Some commercial kitchen experience required.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Chef/Manager on duty.
• Operate automated dishwasher.
• Hand wash and sanitise large kitchen prep items.
• Clean kitchen equipment and surfaces.
• Some food preparation.
• H&S and Food Hygiene training will be provided.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Own transport

UK work eligibility

Job description

Date posted:14February 2026

Pay:£26,436.80per year

Job Description:

Kitchen Assistant

Salary - £26,436.80+ overtime

The Pear Tree, Purton, Wiltshire SN5 4ED

Full Time - 40 hours per week

Start Date- 09/09/2026

Artemis are looking for a passionate Kitchen Assistant based at The Pear Tree, the successful candidate must be self-motivated, have a passion for good food and service, calm under pressure and be able to work in a small team. Experience in weddings and conferences, 100+ covers, fine dining, together with a strong background in food led establishments.

Requirements

• Own transport is essential due to the remote location
• Candidates must be eligible to work full-time in the UK
• Some commercial kitchen experience

Responsibilities

• Report to the Chef / Manager on duty
• Operating automated dishwasher
• Hand wash and sanitising large kitchen prep items
• Cleaning of kitchen equipment & surfaces
• Some food preparation
• H&S - training will be given
• Food Hygiene – training will be given

Benefits of working with us

• Flexible Hours
• Competitive rates of pay
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Company bonus scheme

Artemis is a company that is proud to provide the finest quality, modern British food and drink to high end clients, across 15 beautiful, privately owned estates around the UK. Part of the Artemis Group The Pear Tree is well regarded locally, operating as a charming country house hotel, wedding and events venue with demanding clientele who expect nothing but the highest levels of service and everlasting memories.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• 5 out of 7 days
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Experience:

• Kitchen experience: 1 year (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Swindon (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Swindon: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person