Kitchen Support Specialist - Growth Path to Chef

Kew Green Hotels; Kilsby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted hotel stays

Retail discounts

Leisure clubs access

Personal and career development

Employee Assistance programme

Job summary

Kew Green Hotels is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help keep the kitchen running smoothly and support the team in delivering great dining experiences for guests. Reporting to the Kitchen Manager, you will help ensure everything is clean, organised and ready for service.

With our Chef Development Programme, you can grow towards a chef role if you wish. You'll be at the heart of the kitchen operation, supporting the team to deliver a smooth and efficient service.

Qualifications

• Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen.
• Strong communication and following instructions.
• Team-focused with collaborative approach.
• Commitment to health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Reliable, resilient and proactive in supporting the team.
• Kitchen experience helpful but not essential; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Keep kitchen clean, tidy and ready for service.
• Support with basic food preparation during busy periods.
• Collect ingredients, equipment or materials for chefs.
• Receive deliveries and store items safely.
• Maintain accessible storage areas for ingredients.
• Ensure proper end-of-day cleaning and waste removal.
• Adhere to health, safety and food hygiene standards.

Skills

Positive attitude

Efficient in busy environments

Strong communication

Team-focused

Health & hygiene commitment

Reliability & resilience

Kitchen experience helpful

Job description

Kew Green Hotels is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help keep the kitchen running smoothly and support the team in delivering great dining experiences for guests. Reporting to the Kitchen Manager, you will help ensure everything is clean, organised and ready for service.

With our Chef Development Programme, you can grow towards a chef role if you wish. You'll be at the heart of the kitchen operation, supporting the team to deliver a smooth and efficient service.