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Prezzo Trading LTD; Aldeburgh; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Staff discounts

Birthday off

Well-being support

Exclusive hospitality rewards

Job summary

Prezzo Italian is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to back our chefs and keep the kitchen running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll help with chopping, prepping, cleaning, and plating to maintain the high standards our guests expect.

Join a close-knit team, get training, and enjoy competitive pay with tronc/tips and perks. Flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends, help you balance work and personal life.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen or hospitality is a bonus.
• Able to follow directions and uphold high hygiene standards.
• Willingness to train and develop cooking-related skills.
• Flexible with shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Support our chefs with food prep and presentation.
• Keep kitchen areas spotless and hygienic.
• Receive and store deliveries, maintaining freshness.
• Support kitchen team with guest feedback when needed.
• Operate dishwashing equipment and manage waste responsibly.
• Communicate clearly with chefs and front-of-house teams.
• Support teammates during busy periods and contribute to a positive workplace.
• Be open to feedback and learn new skills on shift.

Skills

Team player

Proactive attitude

Strong communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

up to £12.21 per hour, plus tronc/tips & perks!

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.

What You’ll Do:

• Support our chefs with food prep and presentation, helping deliver dishes that make guests smile.
• Keeping 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 your 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.

What We’re Looking For:

• 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.
• Access structured training and clear career pathways to advance your skills and career.
• 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.