Experienced Kitchen Staff

Serv Artisan Cafe at Padel8 is looking for experienced, reliable and hardworking Kitchen Staff to join our team within our artisan café.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a premium padel and lifestyle venue, supporting the day-to-day food operation for members, guests, players, families and visitors.

Role Overview

As part of the kitchen team, you will support food preparation, service, cleanliness and general kitchen operations. We are looking for someone with previous kitchen or hospitality experience who is confident working in a busy environment and able to maintain high standards at all times.

This role requires flexibility and availability to work 5 days out of 7, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and general kitchen duties.
• Prepare café menu items, snacks, sides and light meals to a high standard.
• Support chefs and the wider café team during busy service periods.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Follow all food hygiene, allergen and health and safety procedures.
• Assist with washing up, cleaning schedules, stock rotation and deliveries.
• Help maintain consistent food quality, portion control and presentation.
• Support catering for events, tournaments, private bookings and busy club sessions.
• Support the wider Padel8 team across the venue when required
• Work closely with chefs, front-of-house and café staff to ensure smooth service.

Requirements

• Previous kitchen, café, restaurant or hospitality experience is essential.
• Must be reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Able to work 5 days out of 7, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Confident working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, cleanliness and kitchen safety.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to use initiative and support different areas of the kitchen when required.
• Food Hygiene Level 2 would be desirable.

Pay: £12.80 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Cafe/Restaurant: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)

Work Location: In person