Kitchen Assistant — Fast-Paced Kitchen, Training & Perks

SSP UK & Ireland; Crewe; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals

Employee discounts

Friends & family app

Training & development

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

SSP UK & Ireland at Crewe Station (Uppercrust) is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for full-time 30 hours per week. Pay is £12.71/hr, with a raise to £13.91/hr for eligible hours between midnight and 6:00am.

Shifts run 4:30am–7:00pm on Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat. You’ll support chefs, maintain cleanliness, manage waste, and assist with customer service. Training is provided; applicants must be 18+ for some shifts.

Qualifications

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to follow instructions and keep areas clean.
• 18+ due to some shifts and certain tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs with basic prep and waste management.
• Keep kitchen areas clean, including dishes, surfaces, and floors.
• Contribute to maintaining kitchen and food safety standards.
• Assist with SSP Stores or serving customers as needed.
• Full training provided; previous kitchen experience is desirable but not required.

Skills

Pace & accuracy

Team player

Willing to learn

Job description

SSP UK & Ireland at Crewe Station (Uppercrust) is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for full-time 30 hours per week. Pay is £12.71/hr, with a raise to £13.91/hr for eligible hours between midnight and 6:00am.

Shifts run 4:30am–7:00pm on Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat. You’ll support chefs, maintain cleanliness, manage waste, and assist with customer service. Training is provided; applicants must be 18+ for some shifts.