Kitchen Assistant

Haven; Richmond; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Haven as a Kitchen Porter and play a vital role in the kitchen team. You'll maintain cleanliness, assist with food prep, and ensure efficient kitchen operations. This role offers opportunities for growth, comprehensive training, and attractive perks, all within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Attractive pay with overtime opportunities

Inclusive and supportive work environment

Comprehensive training and ongoing support

Career development opportunities

Exclusive team perks

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and willingness to perform physical tasks.
• Excellent team player with good communication skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Keep the kitchen clean and orderly by washing dishes, utensils, pots, and pans.
• Perform basic food preparation tasks, such as chopping vegetables.
• Help maintain stock levels by organising ingredients and unpacking deliveries.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Physical Stamina

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Position: Kitchen Porter
Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Seasonal
Pay Rates: Up to £ per hour depending on age

Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a Kitchen Porter you’ll play an essential role in keeping our kitchen running efficiently, with plenty of opportunities to learn and grow.

We're on the lookout for an energetic Kitchen Porter to join our awesome kitchen crew! As a key player in the team, you'll keep things spotless, help with basic food prep, and make sure everything runs like clockwork behind the scenes. If you love a fast-paced environment and don’t mind rolling up your sleeves, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Key Responsibilities
- Keep the kitchen clean and orderly by washing dishes, utensils, pots, and pans, as well as sanitising surfaces, equipment, and floors according to health and safety standards.
- Perform basic food preparation tasks, such as chopping vegetables, prepping ingredients, and assembling simple dishes as directed by the chefs.
- Help maintain stock levels in the kitchen by organising ingredients, unpacking deliveries, and storing items properly.

Requirements
- No prior experience required, but previous work in a kitchen environment or as a porter or a catering background is a plus
- Strong work ethic, with the ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, and standing for long periods.
- Excellent team player with good communication skills.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What We Offer
- Attractive pay with overtime opportunities.
- An inclusive, supportive work environment.
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
- Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.
- Exclusive team perks, including up to 50% off on-park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in-store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and so much more!

How to Apply
To apply for this role, click apply now and answer a few quick questions, which should take about 5 minutes. Once submitted, a member of our team will reach out to you. If shortlisted, our interview process may consist of two stages: an interview and a skills test.