Kitchen Assistant

Crest Hotels Group; Shifnal; Remote; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friends & Family rate

50% off F&B

Meals on duty

Hospitality rewards

Retail & dining discounts

Employee assistance programme

Same-day online GP

Anniversary celebrations

Job summary

Crest Hotels Group in Shifnal is seeking a Kitchen Porter to support the kitchen team, maintain high standards of cleanliness, and help keep the kitchen well organised to enable the team to work efficiently. You will assist with basic food preparation, safe food handling, and stock replenishment, enjoying discounts and meals on duty as part of a friendly hotel group.

Prior experience is beneficial but training will be provided; drive to learn and contribute to a great dining experience valued by

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is beneficial.
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene (Food Hygiene Certificate is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen team and help maintain a clean, hygienic environment.
• Assist with deliveries and stock rotation to keep the kitchen organised.
• Help chefs with basic food preparation and ensure safety standards are followed.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver a great food experience.

Skills

Kitchen/hospitality experience

Strong work ethic

Fast-paced work

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Set on the edge of the market town of Shifnal.

The Role of Kitchen Porter

The Kitchen Porter will be responsible for supporting the kitchen team to ensure a clean and hygienic environment.

The Kitchen Porter will be responsible for ensuring a clean kitchen that is well organised to enable the team to work efficiently. The Kitchen Porter will ensure that all standards are maintained and that they work collaboratively and safely at all times. The Kitchen Porter will support the chef brigade and have the opportunity to develop some basic kitchen skills. The role also supports with putting deliveries away and stock rotation so fantastic organisation and being adaptable are attributes required in the role.

The role is a hands-on role for someone who is flexible and would enjoy supporting the delivery of a great food experience and being part of a strong team.

The Kitchen Porter will ideally be experienced in a kitchen environment however if you have the drive and want to learn the role, we will help you develop and grow skills.

Job Overview:

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the kitchen team, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food preparation. You will assist chefs with basic food prep, maintain hygiene and safety standards, and help keep the kitchen organized.

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is beneficial.
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene (Food Hygiene Certificate is a plus).
• £70 BB per night for Friends and Family rate
• Celebration of milestone employment anniversaries
• 50% off Food & Beverage in our hotels
• Meals on duty provided
• Access to Hospitality Rewards
• Offerings from retail and dining discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme and same day on-line GP appointments