Kitchen Assistant

Prezzo Italian; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Italian restaurant as a Kitchen Assistant, where you'll support the kitchen team in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. This role offers opportunities for growth and development while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety. Enjoy perks like discounts, career progression, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

50% off food and drink at Prezzo

Free meals on shift

Birthday off

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Keen interest in food hygiene and safety standards.
• Strong time management and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen team in food preparation and maintaining cleanliness.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Assist in creating a positive dining experience.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Adaptability

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

Better Careers for Everyone

Our Role

As a Kitchen Assistant at Prezzo, you’ll play a key role in supporting our kitchen team to deliver exceptional culinary experiences that showcase our passion for authentic Italian flavors. Working alongside the chefs and front of house team, you’ll help ensure every dish meets our high standards and contributes to a smooth, efficient kitchen environment.

At Prezzo, we’re committed to more than just crafting outstanding food—we’re focused on building better careers and creating better moments for everyone. We believe in helping you grow professionally, while ensuring every shift is filled with passion and excitement.

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to support your colleagues, maintain a clean and organized kitchen, and assist in food preparation. Your dedication will contribute to a positive, collaborative atmosphere and help create unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.

Life at Prezzo

Prezzo is a place where you can learn, lead, and love what you do, in an environment where everyone is valued, encouraged, and supported to grow. Whether supporting other team members, enhancing guest experiences, or finding new ways to improve what we do, you’ll be making a real impact every day.

We celebrate achievements confidently, proudly, joyfully—and always together.

Our Person

We’re looking for a person who is:

• Passionate about supporting the team to create joyful, memorable experiences for our guests, taking pride in every task you undertake.
• Confident in your role, bringing attention to detail and efficiency to every aspect of kitchen operations.
• Proud of the work you do, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and service while supporting a smooth-running kitchen.
• Adaptable and proactive, thriving in a fast-paced environment with a positive attitude and readiness to assist wherever needed.
• Focused on excellence, ensuring every task—whether in food preparation, cleanliness, or compliance—reflects your dedication to supporting the team and delivering the best for our guests.

How We Work

Our kitchen operates in a fast-paced environment, requiring quick thinking and real-time decision-making to keep operations running smoothly. Collaboration is key—you’ll work closely with the Head Chef, kitchen, and front-of-house team, as well as support centre to align with operational, commercial, and guest-focused goals.

As our business grows and evolves, you’ll remain adaptable, proactive, and ready to take on new challenges. Whether mentoring other chefs, refining kitchen processes, or enhancing guest experiences, you'll be instrumental in creating better careers and better moments for everyone involved.

Experience We Value

• A keen interest in understanding of food hygiene, safety, and health & safety standards.
• Strong time management skills and attention to detail, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Passion for delivering high-quality food and enhancing guest experiences.
• A positive attitude, adaptability, and a willingness to learn and grow in the kitchen.

Prezzo Perks: What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to earn TRONC as part of your total package—earn more as you drive success!
• 50% off food and drink at Prezzo, free meals on shift, and at least 25% discount for family and friends.
• Your birthday off!
• Employee Assistance Programme & GP appointment helpline.
• Voluntary Bupa dental cover and health cash plan.
• Grow with us—Career development opportunities & internal progression pathways.

Apply Now!

Whether you’re starting or looking to grow your career, apply today and be part of the Prezzo family!