Kitchen Assistant

Dobbies Garden Centres Ltd; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the garden retail sector is seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to enhance customer experiences through food preparation and service. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn. Join a diverse team dedicated to quality and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

50% off in restaurants

Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing

Confidential support through Retail Trust

Development opportunities via Dobbies Academy

Qualifications

• Experience in food service is required.
• Knowledge of kitchen health, safety, and hygiene rules is essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting food in line with menu specifications.
• Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure timely meal service.
• Supporting general kitchen duties proactively.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food Service

Health and Safety Knowledge

Education

Food Safety Qualifications

Job description

Our Kitchen Assistants play an essential role in delivering an exceptional customer experience across our restaurants by providing tasty food, ensuring food hygiene, and maintaining high operational standards.

Responsibilities

1. Preparing and presenting food in line with menu specifications.
2. Supporting general kitchen duties proactively.
3. Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure meals are served to a high standard and on time.
4. Developing knowledge of dietary requirements, allergies, and health & safety standards.

Who we are looking for

• Passionate about food and committed to delivering the best experience for our customers.
• A team player and confident communicator eager to learn new skills and gain experience.
• Thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Experience in food service.
• Knowledge of kitchen health, safety, and hygiene rules.
• Relevant food safety qualifications are a plus.
• Ability to demonstrate our values: teamwork, continuous improvement, positivity, and customer focus.

What we offer

• Generous annual leave entitlement with flexible holiday scheduling.
• Uncapped store discounts: 50% off in our restaurants, 25% in the Garden Centre, and 10% in our food halls.
• Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing support, including early earnings access, savings, and advice.
• Support through Retail Trust: confidential support, virtual GP, free counselling, and retail rewards.
• Development opportunities via Dobbies Academy, our eLearning platform.
• A thriving, passionate, and diverse team committed to customer satisfaction.

About us

Dobbies, founded in 1865 by James Dobbie, is the UK's only garden centre retailer with stores in every nation. We are passionate about gardens and plants, showcasing this through our own brand, branded products, concessions, and services. We champion garden living year-round.

Many stores feature a restaurant or coffee shop, providing a relaxed environment for refreshments and meals. We host events and community experiences and support a national charity, encouraging colleague and customer involvement.

We are committed to being a great place to work, fostering a culture of teamwork, personal growth, and celebration of success. Together, we make it work for our customers.