Kitchen Assistant

St Austell Brewery; South Hams; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality team at St Austell Brewery as a kitchen assistant at the Royal Castle in Dartmouth. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals starting in the food industry, with responsibilities that include food preparation, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and contributing to an efficient working environment. Benefit from training, flexible hours, and attractive employee discounts while working in a picturesque setting.

Benefits

30% off food and drink

50% off overnight stays in pubs

Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers

Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours

Great training and opportunities to progress

Family-friendly, flexible working

Paid time off to volunteer

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in food and kitchen operations.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and keep kitchen tidy.
• Operate the dishwasher and maintain a clean workspace.
• Help ensure the efficiency of kitchen operations during busy periods.

Skills

Well organised

Adaptable

Interest in food

Job description

The Royal Castle occupies a landmark location in the heart of Dartmouth. Our award-winning 17th-century hotel enjoys enviable views over the River Dart and offers the perfect place for enjoying a drink and a bite to eat.

You’ll be working in a picturesque corner of South Devon adorned with serene outdoor spaces that will take your breath away. While the waterside offers a restful escape, the town itself buzzes with life, striking a perfect balance that provides something for everyone.

Join us as a kitchen assistant and be part of a talented team, assisting with food preparation, operating the dishwasher, and keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe. This could be a great role for someone looking to start in a commercial kitchen.

What we offer...

• 30% off food and drink and 50% off overnight stays in our pubs
• £150 towards a stay in one of our pubs
• Discount scheme across hundreds of retailers
• Great training and opportunities to progress
• Meal provided for shifts over 6 hours (up to the value of £10)
• Family-friendly, flexible working
• Paid time off to volunteer

Our kitchen assistants...

• Are well organised, adaptable, with a genuine interest in food
• Take pride in keeping the kitchen clean, tidy and safe
• Are key to keeping our kitchen running efficiently even at our busiest times

Additional Info:
St AustellBreweryis an Equal Opportunities employer, and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We also welcome requests for flexible working.

Early applications are encouraged as we’ll review applications throughout the recruitment process and reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Please note that we politely request no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. Speculative CVs from recruitment agencies won’t be accepted, nor the fees associated with them.