Kitchen Assistant — Fast-Paced Growth & Perks

SSP Deutschland GmbH; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meal

Employee discounts

Friends & family discount app

Award-winning training

Job summary

The Dickens Inn at St Katharine Docks, part of SSP, is hiring a Kitchen Assistant for full-time 30-hour weeks on a fixed-term contract through 31 December 2026. You’ll work across opening hours from 10am to midnight, supporting food prep and dishware while upholding cleanliness and safety standards.

You’ll join a fast-paced team, get training and uniforms, and enjoy staff discounts. Applicants should be at least 18, ready to handle busy shifts, and contribute to a lively, guest-focused kitchen.

Qualifications

• Ambitious and a team player, you will be looking to progress your culinary career.
• If you love a good rush, smiling faces, and great vibes - this is the place to be.
• Due to some responsibilities within the Kitchen Assistant role, applicants will need to be 18 years of age or over to perform certain tasks or work on certain shifts.

Responsibilities

• Accurate cooking and presentation to spec.
• Measuring dish ingredients and portion sizes accurately.
• Keep your workstation clean and organised.
• Contribute to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards.
• Previous kitchen experience is desirable. We will provide your uniform & equipment.

Skills

Ambitious and team player

Progress culinary career

Love a fast pace

Education

Previous kitchen experience desirable

Job description

The Dickens Inn at St Katharine Docks, part of SSP, is hiring a Kitchen Assistant for full-time 30-hour weeks on a fixed-term contract through 31 December 2026. You’ll work across opening hours from 10am to midnight, supporting food prep and dishware while upholding cleanliness and safety standards.

You’ll join a fast-paced team, get training and uniforms, and enjoy staff discounts. Applicants should be at least 18, ready to handle busy shifts, and contribute to a lively, guest-focused kitchen.