Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

Company: Ubiquitous Chip

Job Summary

Ubiquitous Chip is looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to support the kitchen team with food preparation, cleaning and daily operations. The successful candidate will help maintain high standards of hygiene, keep ingredients and equipment organised, and assist chefs in delivering efficient kitchen service.

Job Description

• Assist chefs with basic food preparation, including washing, peeling and chopping ingredients.
• Prepare ingredients and kitchen supplies for service as directed.
• Wash and sanitise utensils, cookware, trays and kitchen equipment.
• Keep kitchen workstations, preparation areas and storage spaces clean and organised.
• Support the correct storage, labelling and rotation of food ingredients.
• Help receive deliveries and store stock in the appropriate locations.
• Replenish ingredients and supplies when required.
• Dispose of waste safely and follow workplace recycling procedures.
• Follow food hygiene, allergen-awareness and health and safety requirements.
• Use kitchen equipment safely and only after receiving appropriate instruction.
• Assist chefs and kitchen colleagues during busy service periods.
• Help maintain clean floors and ensure walkways remain clear.
• Report damaged equipment, low stock or hygiene concerns to the supervisor.
• Follow opening, closing and cleaning checklists as assigned.
• Carry out other reasonable kitchen duties to support daily operations.

Qualifications

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable timekeeping and a responsible approach to work.
• Ability to follow instructions and kitchen procedures.
• Good attention to cleanliness and food safety.
• Ability to stay organised in a busy kitchen environment.
• Physical ability to carry out routine kitchen tasks safely, with reasonable adjustments where applicable.
• Previous kitchen, catering or hospitality experience is helpful but not essential.
• Willingness to complete relevant food hygiene training.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends, where required.

Pay: £13.00-£23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 33.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Store discount

Work Location: In person