Kitchen Assistant - Fast-Paced, Team-Driven Prep & Cleaning

The Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle; Dornoch; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share of gratuities

33 days annual leave pro-rata

Auto enrolment pension scheme

Life cover

Meals on shift provided

Staff gym access

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

The Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs across both the Castle and Clubhouse kitchens, helping to maintain cleanliness, organisation and high standards of food preparation.

You will assist with basic prep, dishwashing, and inventory, while following health and safety guidelines and company procedures to ensure smooth day-to-day operations in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food preparation is welcomed, though not essential.
• A practical understanding of food hygiene, cleanliness and safe working practices.
• Ability to work independently on routine tasks while supporting the wider kitchen team.
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts in a fast-paced kitchen setting.
• Full, clean driving licence.
• Aged 18 or over (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Supporting the culinary team across both the Castle and Clubhouse kitchens.
• Keeping kitchen areas clean, hygienic and well organised.
• Operating dishwashers and cleaning equipment safely and efficiently.
• Receiving and storing food deliveries in line with food safety standards.
• Assisting with basic food preparation, including vegetables and staff meals.
• Maintaining CookSafe records and securing the kitchen at the end of shifts.
• Supporting Food & Beverage colleagues by helping to maintain the staff dining area.
• Follow all health & safety, COSHH, fire safety and company procedures at all times.

Skills

Food hygiene

Kitchen experience

Independence

Flexibility

Driving licence

Ages 18+

Job description

The Carnegie Club at Skibo Castle is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs across both the Castle and Clubhouse kitchens, helping to maintain cleanliness, organisation and high standards of food preparation.

You will assist with basic prep, dishwashing, and inventory, while following health and safety guidelines and company procedures to ensure smooth day-to-day operations in a fast-paced kitchen environment.