Kitchen Assistant

Aimbridge; Stansted Mountfitchet; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hospitality leader based in Stansted Mountfitchet is looking for an Assistant Chef to prepare and cook a variety of dishes. Successful candidates will have experience in a hotel or restaurant setting, excellent food preparation skills, and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. The role entails flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and requires a commitment to food safety and hygiene standards.

Benefits

Industry leading training

Hotel discounts

Flexible working opportunities

Company sick pay

Minimum of 30 days holiday

Paid breaks

Starting salary above national minimum wage

Access to hotel gym facilities

Free staff parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a commis chef or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Commitment to maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a range of dishes to menu specifications.
• Assist senior chefs with food preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Food preparation and cooking techniques

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility in working hours

Job description

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
• Uncapped incentives to reward you for your contributions
• Flexible working opportunities
• Company sick pay - Giving you piece of mind when you need it the most
• Minimum of 30 days holiday
• Staff meals on duty
• Paid breaks
• Starting salary above national minimum wage
• Access to hotel gym facilities
• Free staff parking

A day in the life of…

Assistant in our busy hotel, you will work as part of a kitchen team to ensure prepare and cook a range of dishes to menu specifications. You will assist senior chefs with food preparation and ensure that all food is prepared and served to a high standard of quality and presentation. You will also maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen and food preparation areas, follow all food safety and health regulations, and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

What do we need from you?

• Proven experience as a commis Chefor similar role in a hotel or restaurant setting with a strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques, and a willingness to continually develop culinary skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow instructions from senior chefs.
• A commitment to maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment, including adherence to food safety regulations and proper use of kitchen equipment and cleaning products.
• Good communication skills, willingness to work as part of a team, and ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards.

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’

So, click apply today, we’d love to welcome you to our inclusive team shaping the future of hospitality.