Kitchen Assistant — Fast-Paced Prep & Service

Parkdean Resorts UK Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Friend & family discount

Team member discount

Brand partner discounts

Job summary

Parkdean Resorts UK Limited is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our busy culinary team across our parks. You’ll prep ingredients, assist chefs during service, and help maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety to ensure guests receive great meals.

You’ll work closely with Head Chef and Sous Chef, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be a reliable team player ready for shifts including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well in a fast-paced kitchen
• Good manual dexterity and basic food preparation skills
• Strong communication and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Preparing ingredients for service.
• Checking stock for quality and expiry dates, and storing items correctly.
• Rotating stock to maintain freshness and support waste reduction.
• Keeping the kitchen clean and hygienic, including appliances, ovens, work surfaces, and dishes.
• Supporting basic food preparation tasks as directed by senior chefs.
• Communicating clearly with colleagues to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Reporting any suspected weaknesses or breaches in the company’s information systems.
• Upholding safeguarding, health & safety, and hygiene responsibilities to protect guests and colleagues.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Team player

Good communication

Dexterity

Job description

Parkdean Resorts UK Limited is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our busy culinary team across our parks. You’ll prep ingredients, assist chefs during service, and help maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety to ensure guests receive great meals.

You’ll work closely with Head Chef and Sous Chef, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and be a reliable team player ready for shifts including evenings and weekends.