Kitchen Assistant

SSP Group; Southampton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality company as a Kitchen Assistant at Southampton Airport! This role offers a great work-life balance, with flexible shifts and competitive pay. Ideal for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in their work, it includes great perks like discounted meals and employee benefits.

Benefits

Discounted meals

Free parking during shifts

Employee discounts

Friends and Family Discount App

Award-winning training

Qualifications

• 5 years of references required.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Support chefs with basic prep and waste management.
• Keep kitchen areas clean.
• Contribute to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

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KITCHEN ASSISTANT - SOUTHAMPTON AIRPORT, EVERGREEN

Pay Rate: £12.90 per hour + an extra £1.20 per hour for hours worked between midnight and 6 AM, bringing your rate of pay to £14.10 per hour.

Hours of operation: 2 am to 11 pm. Working flexibly across weekdays, weekends, bank and public holidays. We pride ourselves on ensuring a great work/life balance, with days off together where possible and no split shifts.

Step into the buzz of hospitality! SSP works with brands like M&S, Starbucks, Burger King, and BrewDog to serve thousands of happy customers across airports, train stations, and motorway services in the UK & Ireland. Join our team and be part of the energy every day!

Looking for a fun, fast-paced Kitchen Assistant role with great people? You’ve found it! From busy mornings to lively afternoons, no two moments are the same. If you love a good rush, smiling faces, and positive vibes — this is the place to be.

ABOUT YOU:

• If you like your job with a side of fun, friends, and a fast pace — you’re in the right place! Step into our Kitchen, where the atmosphere’s electric and the team spirit’s real.
• You are someone who prefers staying busy and takes pride in your work.
• 5 years of references and Criminal Record Check are required.
• Applicants need to be 18 years or over to perform certain tasks or work on specific shifts due to responsibilities within the role.

ABOUT THE KITCHEN ASSISTANT ROLE:

• Support chefs with basic prep and waste management.
• Keep kitchen areas clean, including dishes, surfaces, and floors.
• Contribute to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards.
• Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not necessary; full training will be provided.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Discounted meals and free parking during shifts.
• Employee discounts.
• Friends and Family Discount App.
• Award-winning training, apprenticeships, and development programs.

At SSP, we value diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects a variety of skills, talents, and backgrounds.