Kitchen Assistant

Seoul Bird; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular dining establishment in London is looking for experienced F&B professionals to assist in restaurant operations. This full-time role involves food preparation, teamwork, and maintaining high service quality standards. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 1 year in a kitchen environment and a customer-focused approach. Benefits include a 4-day work week, free meals on shift, and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

4-day work week

Free food on shift

Company events & social hours

28 days holidays

Opportunity for progression

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience working in a food preparation and kitchen environment.
• Great team player with a hands-on approach.
• Diplomatic with colleagues and customers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef in food production of the restaurant.
• Anticipate pressure points before they arise.
• Help organize mise en place, food preparation, and service.

Skills

Team player

Problem-solving ability

Hands-on approach

Job description

The role will suit experienced F&B professionals with a meticulous eye for detail, working well in a team, assisting each other when needed, and helping to coordinate restaurant operations during their shift.

Requirements:

1. Minimum of 1 year’s experience working in a food preparation and kitchen environment
2. Great team player
3. Hands-on approach
4. Problem-solving ability
5. Diplomatic with colleagues and customers

About the role:

• Assist the Chef in the performance and food production of the restaurant
• Anticipate pressure points before they arise
• Push production levels and profitability
• Help organize mise en place, food preparation, and service
• Work hard to achieve targets set by senior management
• Help to plan and coordinate staff
• Help to train, manage, and motivate staff
• Support the Chef and Manager with their day-to-day duties

Staff Values:

• Approachable appearance
• Warm greetings and thank-yous
• Respect for others
• Work with speed and accuracy
• Customer focus: "The customer is always right" and going above and beyond
• Everyone as a brand ambassador
• Maintain a clean and organized environment

Benefits:

• 4-day work week
• Free food on shift
• Company events & social hours
• 28 days holidays
• Prime location
• Opportunity for progression

Additional benefits include:

• Flexible working hours
• Discounted/free food

Job Details:

• Full-time, permanent
• Expected hours: 45–48 per week
• Schedule: 10-hour or 12-hour shifts, holidays, Monday to Friday, weekend availability

Compensation:

• Loyalty bonus

Location:

London E14 5NY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience: