Kitchen Assistant — Fast-Paced Restaurant Team Member

Dobbies Garden Centres; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Store discounts

Stream access

Retail Trust

Dobbies Academy

Job summary

Dobbies Garden Centres is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our Restaurant team in Preston. You will help deliver tasty meals, ensure food hygiene and support high standards of service.

We value teamwork, clear communication, and a positive attitude. Experience in food service is preferred, and you’ll work in a busy environment with opportunities to learn and grow. Generous annual leave, store discounts, wellbeing resources and a supportive culture await.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in food service.
• Knowledge of health and safety in kitchens.
• Able to thrive in a busy environment.
• Demonstrates our values: teamwork, positivity.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting food in line with menu specifications.
• Supporting general kitchen duties and working proactively.
• Collaborating with the kitchen team to serve meals on time and to a high standard.
• Developing knowledge of dietary requirements, allergies and health & safety.

Skills

Food service experience

Team player

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Customer service orientation

Job description

Dobbies Garden Centres is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our Restaurant team in Preston. You will help deliver tasty meals, ensure food hygiene and support high standards of service.

We value teamwork, clear communication, and a positive attitude. Experience in food service is preferred, and you’ll work in a busy environment with opportunities to learn and grow. Generous annual leave, store discounts, wellbeing resources and a supportive culture await.