Kitchen Team

The Lounges; Tynemouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular hospitality group in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Head Chef and maintain high kitchen standards. Ideal candidates will have a passion for hospitality, strong communication skills, and knowledge of food safety. Benefits include shared tips, paid breaks, discounted food, and development opportunities. Join us and be part of a fun and dynamic team!

Benefits

Shared tips across the team

Paid breaks

Staff food on every shift

50% off food and drinks

28 days holiday pro rata

Company pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for hospitality is essential.
• Driven to overcome challenges.
• Strong communication skills to build rapport.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.
• Knowledge of allergens and food safety best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleaning.
• Assist in food preparation as needed.
• Ensure timely delivery of freshly cooked food.

Skills

Passion for hospitality

Good communication skills

Self-motivated

Knowledge of food safety

Job description

At Lounge you'll be joining a team of real people who love real cooking - fresh, customer led, and with high-quality ingredients. As Kitchen Assistant, you'll be making sure all kitchen cleaning and food preparation standards are top notch, supporting our team of talented chefs to make sure every customer leaves happy.
It's pretty simple. Without you, the kitchen just doesn't operate properly. You'll support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of a clean and well organised kitchen, and jump in when needed to help the rest of the team deliver freshly cooked food on-spec, on-time, every time. Simple!

The Good Stuff

• Tips shared equally across the team, based on hours worked
• Paid breaks
• Staff food on every shift, regardless of hours worked
• 50% off food and drinks (including alcohol) from day one at all three of our brands - Lounge, Cosy Club and Brightside
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) pro rata
• Competitions and incentives (like jetting off on an all expenses paid trip with one of our supplier)
• Christmas and Boxing Day off!
• The best staff party - Loungefest
• Emotional and practical support via the Licenced Trade Charity
• Power over your pay with Wagestream
• Company pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Great opportunity for personal development and career progression in a fast-growing business

What you'll bring

• A natural talent and passion for hospitality.
• Extremely driven and relentless at overcoming challenges or obstacles.
• Good communication skills with the ability to build rapport and trust.
• Self-motivator working at pace with limited supervision whilst adhering to pressure and timescales.
• Strong knowledge of best practice on all things allergens, kitchen essentials and food safety.

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