Kitchen Assistant

Greene King; South Cheriton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

Career development

Employee discounts

Employee assistance program

Family friendly policies

60-minute refer-a-friend bonus

Job summary

Greene King is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support a busy kitchen during service. You’ll help keep stocks replenished, maintain cleanliness, and assist the team to deliver top-quality dishes for our guests.

You will work closely with chefs and front-of-house staff, upholding hygiene standards and safety protocols. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience preferred.
• Good command of English for safety and allergen controls.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen is well stocked and clean for service.
• Maintain high hygiene levels and follow safety regulations.
• Communicate clearly with the team to ensure everyone has what they need.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Job description

As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll play a key part in the kitchen ensuring a busy service runs smoothly. You’ll make sure everything is well stocked, clean, and the team around you have everything they need to create the perfect dish for our customers.

Company Description

We’re called Venture Hotels for a reason: We’re pioneers! And we thrive on originality. As Greene King’s ventures arm, we’re here to push boundaries. And we’re driven by a team that sees every day as an opportunity to go beyond the ordinary.The result: hotels with a unique sense of place that locals can feel proud of.

Additional Information

We’re all about rewarding our team’s hard work, that’s why…

You’ll receive a competitive salary, pension contribution as well as:

• The chance to further your career across our well‑known brands – as one of the industry's top apprenticeship providers, we can provide training and development at each level of your career.
• Discount of 33% for you and 15% for your loved ones on all of our brands – so you enjoy your favourite food and drink at a discount.
• Free employee assistance program – mental health, well‑being, financial, and legal support because you matter!
• Enhanced, family‑friendly maternity and paternity policies
• Menopause Friendly Employer
• Discount of 50% for you and 25% for your loved ones at our Greene King Inns and hotels – so you can enjoy a weekend away without breaking the bank.
• Refer a friend – who do you know who could be interested in a new role? When they are placed, you could earn up to £1,500 for referring them!
• Wagestream – access your wage before payday for when life happens.
• Retail discounts – Receive up to 30% off at Superdrug, exclusive discounts with Three Mobile along with many more…

CREATING PLACES WHERE PEOPLE FEEL WELCOME, SAFE AND THAT THEY BELONG

We aim to embed inclusion into every decision we make – across our people, customers, communities, suppliers, and operations. We want to create a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and able to thrive.

Qualifications

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will…

• Help the kitchen service run smoothly by making sure it is well stocked and clean.
• Maintain hygiene levels and safety regulations in the kitchen to help guarantee the safety of your entire team and visitors.
• Communicate clearly with your team, ensuring they have everything they need.

What you’ll bring to the kitchen:

• A positive can‑do attitude to support your team.
• A passion for challenges and thriving in a fast‑paced kitchen.
• Willingness to learn and expand your skills in the kitchen.
• Sufficient spoken and written English to perform the role safely and understand allergen controls.