Kitchen Assistant (Cook): Fast-Paced Prep & Team Growth

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Store and restaurant discounts

Financial wellbeing tools

Job summary

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help deliver excellent customer experiences in our restaurants. You will prepare and present meals, support kitchen duties, and ensure orders are plated to a high standard with timely delivery.

The role emphasizes food safety knowledge, teamwork, and a proactive attitude in a busy environment, aligned with our values and commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in food service.
• Knowledge of kitchen health, safety and hygiene rules.
• Willingness to learn new skills in a busy kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present food according to menu specifications.
• Support general kitchen duties and work proactively with the team.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure meals are served on time and to a high standard.
• Develop knowledge of dietary requirements, allergies and health & safety policies.

Skills

Food service experience

Food safety knowledge

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Food safety qualifications

Job description

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help deliver excellent customer experiences in our restaurants. You will prepare and present meals, support kitchen duties, and ensure orders are plated to a high standard with timely delivery.

The role emphasizes food safety knowledge, teamwork, and a proactive attitude in a busy environment, aligned with our values and commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.