Kitchen Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join their vibrant team. This role is perfect for individuals with a passion for Italian cuisine and a desire to contribute to a welcoming dining experience. You will play a vital role in ensuring the kitchen remains tidy and organized, while also having the opportunity to develop your culinary skills. With a commitment to inclusivity and employee wellbeing, this company offers a supportive environment where you can thrive. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences and be part of a team that values pride in every dish served.

Benefits

50% off Food and Drink

Free Meal on Shift

TasteCard Discounts

Prezzo Perks Discounts App

Access to Apprenticeships

Wagestream - Early Wage Access

Employee Assistance Programme

Voluntary Dental Cover

Voluntary Critical Illness Cover

Free Mortgage Advice

Qualifications

• Passion for working in a busy kitchen environment.
• Desire to grow skills and potentially train as a chef.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Support chefs and ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Contribute to an excellent dining experience for customers.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Work Ethic

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Teamwork

Education

No formal education required

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Here at Prezzo, we celebrate the joy of Italian dining; this starts in the kitchen and ends with the service. Every customer should leave wanting to return.
That’s why we’re looking for a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join us at Prezzo to help us continue offering our best possible customer experience.

The Role

We are looking for a new Kitchen Assistant to join our Prezzo Family who wants to support our kitchens by offering excellent work ethic and be able to keep our kitchens ticking along by ensuring maximum tidiness and organisation at all times.
As a Prezzo Kitchen Assistant you will:

• Have a keen interest in working within a busy, professional kitchen.
• Take great #Pride in everything you do (this is a key Prezzo value!)
• Keep your kitchen organised and clean.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Have a desire to grow your skills, as there are opportunities to train up to become one of our chefs!
• Play a crucial role in helping us achieve our mission of becoming the UK’s favourite Italian dining experience.

Our ‘Deal’; What’s in it for you?

• 50% off Food and Drink at Prezzo, for you and 11 of your family/friends
• Free Meal on shift
• TasteCard - Free discounts at branded Restaurants Nationwide
• Prezzo Perks Discounts - Prezzo's own discounts App, numerous free discounts on High Street Brands, Leisure Venues, Super Markets, Gyms, online and at the locations.
• 5 Family and Friends get 25% off Food & Drink
• Access to Apprenticeships
• Wagestream - access to your wages early
• Employee Assistance Programme + GP Appointment Helpline
• Eye Test
• Voluntary Bupa Dental Cover
• Voluntary UNUM Critical Illness Cover
• Voluntary Simply Health Cash Plan
• ISA Investment plans with Cushon
• Free Mortgage Advice with Charles Cameron
• More People Like You Recruitment Incentive Scheme

Where is our Restaurant?

The restaurant is situated on the High Street and only a 5-minute walk from the train station. Nearby are plenty of shops and bars. Parking for the restaurant can also be found nearby. Prezzo Rayleigh has a contemporary stylish interior with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you are looking to celebrate a special occasion or have a quiet meal, this restaurant is suited to both. If the weather is nice, the restaurant also boasts Al Fresco dining.

Our Values:

One Team … working together, with a common purpose, to achieve our goals.
Genuine Connection … building genuine relationships, where nothing is too much trouble.
Drive to Succeed … being bold enough to do the right thing, even when it’s hard, to help improve and grow.
Pride … making memorable moments by caring about everything we do, so everyone leaves wanting to return.

Our Awards

We're proud to be an award-winning hospitality employer, having been awarded:

• 'Excellence in HR Technology' at the HR in Hospitality Awards
• 'Best use of Benefits Technology' at the Employee Benefits Awards
• 'Fair Employment' at the Youth Friendly Employer Awards
• 'Environmental Best Practice' at the International Green Apple Awards
• 'Best Pizza Restaurant – Chain' at the PAPA Industry Awards

We have also been nominated for:

• ‘Best Mental Health Strategy’ at the Employee Benefits Awards
• ‘Recycling excellence’ and ‘Partnership excellence’ at the National Recycling Forum

We also have a big focus on mental health and wellbeing, and we’re proud to have been accredited with the Foundation Level ‘London Health Workplace Award’.

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At Prezzo, we want to create a genuinely inclusive workplace, where we embrace the differences of all our colleagues and celebrate diversity. We love to see applications from under-represented groups and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of their background. Prezzo joined the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA) in 2011.