Kitchen Assistant

Role Overview

The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for supporting the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, cleaning and maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene. The role requires working efficiently in a fast-paced environment while ensuring all food is prepared and served according to company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and cooking of menu items according to recipes and company standards.
• Prepare ingredients, including vegetables, meats, sauces and other food items.
• Assemble and package orders accurately for dine-in, takeaway and delivery customers.
• Ensure correct portion sizes and presentation standards are followed.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen throughout the shift.
• Follow all food hygiene, allergen and food safety procedures.
• Complete temperature checks, date labelling and food rotation as required.
• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) stock rotation procedures.
• Wash and sanitise kitchen equipment, utensils, preparation areas and work surfaces.
• Assist with deliveries, stock storage and stock counts when required.
• Minimise food waste and report stock shortages or quality issues to management.
• Follow opening and closing procedures.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and correctly.
• Follow company health & safety procedures at all times.
• Maintain appropriate personal hygiene and wear the required uniform.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen colleagues, front-of-house staff and management.
• Support other team members during busy periods.
• Complete cleaning duties according to the restaurant's cleaning schedule.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties required for the effective operation of the restaurant.

Skills & Requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable, punctual and able to follow instructions.
• Good attention to cleanliness, food quality and detail.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays where required.
• Previous kitchen or restaurant experience is desirable but not essential, as training can be provided.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to £13.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food

Application question(s):

• Please specify your age?

Work Location: In person