Kitchen Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a charming collection of pubs and inns, where your role as a Kitchen Assistant is vital for delivering exceptional guest experiences. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment, where you'll be supported with full training and have the chance to grow into a culinary career. Enjoy flexible shifts, generous discounts, and recognition for your hard work. If you're passionate and ready to make hospitality fun again, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Benefits

Up to £12.21 per hour

50% off meals when off duty

33% off hotel rooms

Access to The Lifestyle Card

Service recognition awards

Birthday treat

Refer-a-friend incentives

Qualifications

• Looking for a friendly face with a team player spirit.
• No experience required; enthusiasm and willingness to learn are key.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a spotless workspace and support chefs in the kitchen.
• Be part of a tight-knit team delivering top-notch experiences.

Skills

Team Player

Reliability

Flexibility

Attention to Cleanliness

Eagerness to Learn

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At Upham Inns, we believe in rewarding great people. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of our team:

1. Earn up to £12.21 per hour, plus a share of generous Tronc tips
2. Flexible shifts that work around your lifestyle
3. Enjoy up to 50% off meals when off duty – for you and up to 6 guests!
4. Stay for less with 33% off our hotel rooms and 20% off for friends & family
5. A clear path to progress with our structured development programme
6. Free access to The Lifestyle Card – unlock 5,000+ discounts across local gems and national brands, helping you save on everything from fashion to fitness
7. Service recognition awards – we celebrate loyalty and hard work
8. A birthday treat – because your big day deserves something special!
9. Refer-a-friend and chef recruitment incentives – earn up to £1,000 for helping us grow our amazing team

We’re not just hiring skills – we’re hiring attitude, personality, and passion.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

1. A friendly face and a team player spirit
2. Eagerness to learn and grow
3. Reliability, flexibility, and a keen eye for cleanliness

Could You Be the Heartbeat of Our Kitchen?

As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll be the engine that keeps our kitchen running smoothly. From maintaining a spotless workspace to supporting our chefs, your role is vital in delivering top-notch experiences to our guests.

Kitchen life is fast-paced, energetic, and full of laughs. It’s hard work – but it’s also incredibly rewarding.

You'll become part of a tight-knit team with real camaraderie, pride, and opportunity. Learn the ropes of a premium kitchen, and who knows? This could be your first step toward becoming a chef or even a general manager.

No experience? No worries. We’ll provide full training – all you need is enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in.

Who Are We?

We’re Upham Inns – a collection of stunning, characterful pubs and charming boutique inns nestled across Southern England. Each one is unique, set in beautiful locations, serving fresh, high-quality pub food in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

We’ve recently launched Harper’s Steakhouse, our premium American steakhouse brand – and it’s already making waves.

Why Join Us?

It’s an exciting time to be part of the Upham family. We’re growing fast and investing heavily in our pubs, people, and future.

We’re big enough to support your ambitions and small enough to care about you.

If you’re passionate, motivated, and ready to be part of something special, we’d love to meet you.

Let’s grow together. Let’s make hospitality fun again.

Join Upham Inns – where great people build great pubs.