Kitchen Assistant

Umami Telford; Telford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Team environment

Competitive salary

Job summary

Umami World Kitchen is looking for a reliable Kitchen Assistant to support our busy kitchen. You will help with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, and assist in daily kitchen duties under supervision to ensure high standards of safety and efficiency.

You will work closely with chefs, manage basic tasks, follow instructions, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays is required, with a supportive team and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food service is preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well under pressure.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong team player with a positive attitude.
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required by restaurant schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, including washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients.
• Support chefs in preparing ingredients and assisting in cooking tasks as required.
• Ensure that food safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times.
• Take responsibility for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces, floors, and equipment.
• Help manage stock levels, ensuring that ingredients are properly stored and organized.
• Assist with basic food storage and labelling to ensure freshness and compliance with food safety regulations.
• Ensure proper disposal of kitchen waste and maintain an orderly environment.
• Help with the preparation of daily specials and assist in setting up for service.
• Work closely with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service and efficient kitchen operations.

Skills

Team player

Food safety

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Job description

Welcome to Umami World Kitchen, where global flavours collide in the most delicious way possible. Think of us as your culinary passport—no jet lag, just 100+ mouthwatering dishes from every corner of the globe. From Chinese dim sum to Italian classics, Indian spices to Malaysian street food, we’ve got it all under one seriously stylish roof.

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable Kitchen Assistant to support our kitchen team. In this role, you will assist in food preparation, maintaining a clean kitchen, and ensuring that all kitchen duties run smoothly. You will work under the supervision of senior kitchen staff to ensure the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, including washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients.
• Support chefs in preparing ingredients and assisting in cooking tasks as required.
• Ensure that food safety and hygiene standards are maintained at all times.
• Take responsibility for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces, floors, and equipment.
• Help manage stock levels, ensuring that ingredients are properly stored and organized.
• Assist with basic food storage and labelling to ensure freshness and compliance with food safety regulations.
• Ensure proper disposal of kitchen waste and maintain an orderly environment.
• Help with the preparation of daily specials and assist in setting up for service.
• Work closely with kitchen staff to ensure smooth service and efficient kitchen operations.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food service environment is preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work well under pressure.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently and maintain a clean workspace.
• Strong team player with a positive attitude.
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by restaurant schedules.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• On-the-job training and opportunities for career development.
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment.

If you are motivated and eager to learn in a fast-paced kitchen environment, we would love to hear from you!

Compensation: Competitive salary