Kitchen Assistant / Commis Chef - Indian Restaurant

Center Parcs group; Penrith; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free day passes

Discounts on breaks

Bonus scheme

Supportive team

In-role training

Job summary

Center Parcs group is seeking a Kitchen Assistant/Commis Chef at Whinfell Forest. You will assist in preparing, cooking and presenting Indian dishes, while maintaining a clean kitchen and adhering to hygiene standards.

The role offers full training and a pathway for development within Rajinda Pradesh team. Hours are full-time with shifts 12:00pm–11:00pm and a guaranteed minimum 150 hours over 4 weeks; evenings and weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment is beneficial.
• Willingness to learn and develop cooking skills.
• Reliable and able to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, cooking and presentation of food.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and work as part of a team.
• Follow health, safety and food hygiene guidelines.

Skills

Food prep

Teamwork

Kitchen hygiene

Job description

Kitchen Assistant / Commis Chef - Indian Restaurant

Whinfell Forest | £12.87 per hour plus tips

Rajinda Pradesh serves vibrant Indian and Asian-inspired dishes made with fresh ingredients and bold flavours.

Serve up the flavour that turns a good break into a great one

We're seeking a motivated Kitchen Assistant / Commis Chef to join our friendly Rajinda Pradeshteam. This role offers the opportunity to learn and progress while supporting the preparation, cooking and presentation of high-quality dishes. Full training will be provided, so enthusiasm and a willingness to develop are key.

What you'll be doing

• Assist with the preparation, cooking and presentation of food
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and work effectively as part of a team
• Follow health, safety and food hygiene guidelines

What's in it for you

• Free day passes and access to leisure facilities (including the spa)
• Discounts on breaks and in our shops and restaurants
• Bonus scheme and recognition rewards
• A supportive, friendly team
• Career development and in‑role training

Your working hours

• Full‑time, shifts fall between 12:00pm to 11:00pm
• You will be contracted to work a guaranteed minimum of150 hours over a 4‑week period. You may be asked to work additional hours in line with operational requirements
• This role includes evenings and weekends

About you

• Ability to build relationships with colleagues
• Naturally cheerful and friendly

Our values

Each colleague at Center Parcs is involved in building better worlds for our guests, colleagues, communities and our environment. Contributing to our purpose means living out our values: We care, we're brave, we're determined and we're naturally us.

Working here

Check your route before applying - Whinfell Forest (CA10 2DW), isn't easily reached by public transport: Plan Your Journey

Closing date:

16th October 2026

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.

We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging.We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.