Kitchen Assistant (part time)

Quarter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group based in Bristol seeks a part-time Kitchen Assistant to support their kitchen operations. The role involves a mix of kitchen porter and assistant duties, allowing for growth towards a Commis Chef level. Ideal candidates are team players with a willingness to learn and work in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include free meals and discounts, alongside a supportive team culture that fosters personal development in a stylish venue.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

20-50% off across four restaurants

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts at local businesses

Team socials and awards

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a similar role is beneficial but not required.
• Good availability including weekends.
• Willing to work hard and collaborate with the team.

Responsibilities

• Perform washing up and cleaning during kitchen porter shifts.
• Prepare food and gradually build cooking skills during kitchen assistant shifts.
• Support the team to ensure successful service.

Skills

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Job description

Calling all aspiring chefs!

Quarter is looking for a part time Kitchen Assistant (25 hours per week) to join the team at the Square. This is a great stepping stone for those who want to gain more experience in the kitchen as the successful candidate will have the benefit of training up towards Commis Chef level. Read on to find out more!

Details of the Kitchen Assistant role

Based at the Square in Clifton Bristol (a great venue for aspiring chefs who want to develop into the world of fine dining and seasonal cooking with refined plating)

25 hours per week worked over approx. 4 shifts each week split as follows:

• 8-10 of your weekly hours (approx. 2 shifts) per week will be carried out as kitchen porter washing up and cleaning down
• The remainder of your weekly hours (around 15 hours over approx. 2 shifts) will be worked as a kitchen assistant with more involved in food prep and service training you up towards Commis Chef level

This is a rota-based positions to include daytimes and evenings (and weekends)

£12.25 per hour plus a share of the service charge (paid monthly)

Perks & Culture

• Free meals on shift - fuel for service
• 20-50% off across our four independent Clifton restaurants hotel discounts for friends & family
• Cycle to work scheme secure storage
• Discounts at local businesses (gyms spas hairdressers activities & more)
• 10% off at B&Q
• First Bus travel discount (10% off)
• Team socials awards and legendary staff parties
• Clear development pathway within an established independent group

this role is specifically designed to see you develop towards Commis Chef level. Great for junior chefs and kitchen assistants looking to get a foot in the door

A team that genuinely supports each other we work hard but we laugh a lot too

What will you be doing as Kitchen Assistant

Working a blend of Kitchen Porter and Kitchen Assistant shifts as follows...

On Kitchen Porter shifts

Washing up cleaning all plates pans and other items (all units have catering dishwashers)

On Kitchen Assistant shifts

Preparing food gradually building towards cooking on service. These shifts are designed to develop you towards Commis Chef level. There may also be some washing up or cleaning duties on these shifts

Acting as a great team player working with the team to make every service a success!

The Square A bit about us

Part of the QuarterGroup The Square is one of Bristols most stylish venues - combining a refined restaurant an exclusive private members club and a thriving events space. We host everything from weddings to art exhibitions to buzzy private functions all while staying grounded in hospitality thats warm personal and excellent.

Our ideal Kitchen Assistant

• May have had some prior experience in a similar role but this is not required as full training will be offered
• Will have good availability across the week including weekends (as this is a part time role we are of course able to work around any days where you cant work due to other commitments within reason!)
• Will be a hard worker comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Will be a friendly and fun member of the team - willing to get stuck in!
• Will be keen to learn and develop as a chef
• Will be reliable and committed to supporting the venue they are working in

The next steps

To apply for this role please send your CV (and a brief cover letter if you would like to boost your application!) via the link below. The closing date for this position is Friday 7th November 2025.

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email first to confirm a time for a first round telephone interview with a member of the HR team. If successful at this stage youll be invited to a short trial at the venue.

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1