Team Member Kitchen

Beds and Bars; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality company in Greater London is seeking a Kitchen Team Member to support kitchen operations by assisting with food preparation and cooking. The ideal candidate will have knife skills, attention to detail, and food safety knowledge. Responsibilities include preparing ingredients, cooking and plating dishes, maintaining hygiene, and managing inventory. This role demands time management, effective communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in cutting, slicing, dicing, and chopping safely and efficiently.
• Ability to manage tasks to meet deadlines, especially during busy shifts.
• Clear and effective communication with kitchen and bar team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients according to standardized recipes.
• Cook and plate dishes while monitoring quality.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and follow food safety guidelines.
• Manage inventory and assist in receiving deliveries.
• Ensure dishes are ready on time during peak service hours.
• Adjust to menu changes or ingredient substitutions quickly.

Skills

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Multitasking

Problem solving

Job description

Overview

As a Kitchen Team Member, you will support smooth kitchen operations by assisting with food preparation, cooking, and maintaining a hygienic and organized workspace. You will work closely with the kitchen and wider team to deliver high‑quality dishes while adhering to food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients: chopping, cutting, marinating, measuring and mixing according to standardized recipes.
• Cook and plate dishes: monitor quality, operate kitchen equipment (grills, ovens, fryers, blenders), and garnish for visual appeal.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene: keep the workspace clean, follow food safety and sanitation guidelines, and store ingredients properly.
• Manage inventory: monitor stock levels, report shortages, assist in receiving, inspecting, and storing deliveries, and minimize food waste.
• Coordinate time management: ensure dishes are ready on time, especially during peak service hours, and collaborate effectively with team members.
• Adapt to changes: adjust to menu changes or ingredient substitutions quickly and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a high‑pressure environment.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Knife skills: proficiency in cutting, slicing, dicing, and chopping safely and efficiently.
• Attention to detail: follow recipes precisely and maintain consistent quality.
• Time management: manage tasks to meet deadlines, especially during busy shifts.
• Communication: clear and effective communication with kitchen and bar team members.
• Food safety knowledge: familiarity with proper food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
• Multitasking: handle multiple orders while maintaining high standards.
• Problem solving: resolve issues such as missing ingredients or equipment malfunctions quickly and efficiently.

Physical Requirements

• Standing for extended periods during shifts.
• Lifting and carrying heavy items such as pots, pans, and food supplies.
• Bending, reaching, and stooping to access storage or equipment.
• Working in a hot environment near ovens and stoves.
• Maintaining fast, efficient movements in a high‑pressure setting.

Legal Requirements

• Eligibility to work legally in the UK.
• Required documentation as per local, regional, and national guidelines.
• A valid, active bank account in your name.

Apply Today

If you’re passionate about food, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and are eager to develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic workplace, we’d love to hear from you!