Seasonal Kitchen Assistant

Hesketh Tavern Ltd; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

The Station House, Cheadle Hulme is seeking two Seasonal Kitchen Assistants to support the kitchen team through the busy festive period and into the New Year. This is a fixed-term post from mid-November 2026 until 31 January 2027, ideal for someone looking for temporary work in a friendly pub kitchen.

You will wash pots and equipment, help with basic food prep, and assist chefs during busy services, contributing to cleanliness and high standards of hygiene in a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work as part of a team.
• Ability to stay calm and organized in a busy kitchen.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and over the festive period.
• Previous kitchen experience is helpful, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Wash pots and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Assist with basic food preparation.
• Support chefs during busy services.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliable

Team player

Calm under pressure

Flexible hours

Kitchen experience not required

Job description

We're looking for two Seasonal Kitchen Assistants to join our kitchen team at The Station House, Cheadle Hulme, supporting us through the busy festive period and into the New Year.

This is a fixed-term position from mid-November 2026 until 31 January 2027, ideal for someone looking for temporary work in a busy, friendly pub kitchen.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll play an important part in keeping our kitchen running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include washing pots and kitchen equipment, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, helping with basic food preparation and supporting the chefs during busy services.

What we're looking for:

• A positive attitude and willingness to get stuck in

• Someone reliable, hardworking and happy to work as part of a team

• The ability to keep calm and organised in a busy kitchen

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and over the festive period

• Previous kitchen experience is helpful, but not essential

In return, you'll be joining a supportive team where everyone plays a part in delivering great food and hospitality.

Please note: This is a seasonal, fixed-term contract ending on 31 January 2027. Applicants must be available to work throughout the Christmas and New Year period.

Compensation: Minimum Wage