Kitchen Assistant - Part Time

Prezzo Ltd; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular Italian restaurant chain in Huntingdon is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs and maintain a smooth kitchen operation. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a love for food, and a proactive attitude. This role offers competitive pay, flexible shifts, and significant perks including free meals and extensive discounts.

Benefits

competitive pay

tronc/tips

flexible shifts

free meals on shift

big discounts

birthday off

well-being support

access to exclusive hospitality rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting is a bonus but not required.
• Flexibility with work hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support chefs with food prep and presentation.
• Keep kitchen areas spotless and organized.
• Receive and store deliveries carefully.
• Support kitchen team in reacting to guest feedback.
• Operate dishwashing equipment and dispose of waste responsibly.
• Communicate clearly with chefs and front-of-house teams.
• Support teammates during busy periods.

Skills

strong communication skills

proactive attitude

ability to stay calm in a fast-paced kitchen

genuine love for food

Job description

Overview

At Prezzo Italian, we’re all about bringing people together over delicious Italian food. As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll be the heartbeat of our kitchen, supporting our chefs and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes. Whether you’re chopping, prepping, cleaning, or plating, you’ll play a vital role in delivering the high standards we and our guests expect.

Responsibilities

• Support our chefs with food prep and presentation, helping deliver dishes that make guests smile.
• Keep kitchen areas spotless and organised, ensuring hygiene and safety are always top priorities.
• Receive and store deliveries with care, maintaining freshness and quality.
• Support the kitchen team in reacting to guest feedback, when required.
• Operate dishwashing equipment and dispose of waste responsibly, contributing to a clean and sustainable kitchen.
• Communicate clearly with chefs and front-of-house teams to keep service flowing smoothly.
• Support teammates during busy periods, celebrate wins together, and contribute to a fun, respectful workplace.
• Embrace feedback, learn new skills, and bring energy and positivity to every shift.

Qualifications

• A genuine love for food and being part of a close-knit team.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to get stuck in.
• Strong communication skills with a warm, friendly personality and a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting is a bonus - but we’ll train the right person.
• Flexibility with work hours, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Benefits

• Enjoy competitive pay, tronc/tips, benefits, and recognition for your dedication and hard work.
• Flexible shifts and a supportive environment to help you balance work with personal life.
• Perks that matter - like free meals on shift, big discounts for you and your loved ones, your birthday off, well-being support, and access to exclusive hospitality rewards.
• Become part of a team-first business where you\'re seen, heard and valued every day.