Kitchen Assistant / Cook

Mix & Blend Catering; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A London catering service is seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant to join their dynamic team in South West London. The ideal candidate should have a passion for cooking, strong communication skills, and be willing to be trained as a Kitchen Manager. Responsibilities include cooking, supporting chefs, and ensuring kitchen safety standards. The role offers flexible working hours and starts at £14 per hour.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Free staff meals on duty

Staff discounts on catering

Opportunity to earn extra at events

Qualifications

• Must have a Full UK Driver's Licence (Clean licence - 3yrs+).
• Previous experience in the hospitality industry is ideal but not essential.
• Valid DBS Certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Learning recipes and cooking to high standards.
• Providing support to chefs during food preparation.
• Assisting with the collection of catering ingredients.
• Ensuring kitchen cleanliness and maintenance.
• Assisting with deliveries and stock management.
• Attending required training sessions.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Sense of urgency

Passion for cooking

Reliability

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Overview

We are looking for enthusiastic and talented Kitchen Assistant with Full UK Driver's Licence, willing to be trained up to Kitchen Manager, to join our team at our kitchen in Nine Elms / Stockwell area. Our small team is well known for being friendly, enthusiastic & dynamic, with fabulous customer service. We pride ourselves on delivering a balance of knowledgeable service with warm personable hospitality.

What we are looking for

• Team player who communicates well with all colleagues.
• Good punctuality, reliable, trustworthy, and honest.
• Sense of urgency with a Can Do attitude.
• Have a genuine passion for cooking.
• Previous experience within the hospitality industry and food safety training would be ideal but not essential.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (Must).
• Willingness to be trained up to Kitchen Manager.
• Full UK Driver's Licence (Clean licence - 3yrs+) (Must).
• Experience of driving a manual van (Must).
• Able to work early morning and evening shifts.
• Valid DBS Certificate (Must).
• Willing to participate at catering events.
• Lives in South West London.

Job Responsibilities

• Learning recipes and cooking dishes to our expected high quality and standards.
• Provide support to chefs during food preparation and service.
• Assist Kitchen manager with collection of catering ingredients.
• Help the kitchen manager carry out daily HACCP and opening & closing checks in accordance to food safety regulations.
• Must ensure kitchen appliances, equipment, work surfaces, floors and walls are cleaned, sanitised and well maintained on a daily basis to industry standards.
• Assist the kitchen manager when receiving and unloading deliveries whilst making sure stock is stored properly by tidying and maintaining storage rooms.
• Attend training online and in person.

Staff Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Free staff meals on duty.
• Staff discounts on catering.
• Opportunity to participate at events and earn extra.

Wage

Part-time. £14.00 per hour.

Job Details

• Job Types: Part-time
• Hours per week: Depends on booked catering order.
• Schedule: Morning, Afternoon and some evening shifts. Flexitime. Monday to Friday. Weekend availability.
• South West London Area: London – would suit someone who lives in the South West London area, as there will be some early morning starts.
• Work Location: In person

Experience

• Experience: Required
• Languages: English – Advanced
• Employment: Part-time
• Salary: £14 – £15 hourly
• Starting time: Immediate start

About Mix & Blend Catering: We provide a food catering service to London and surrounding areas.