Kitchen Assistant/Kitchen Porter

Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Porter – Full-Time

Khushi’s Restaurant

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Working Hours: 35–42 hours per week
Benefits: Company pension, free or discounted food, employee discount, free parking and more
Work Location: In person

About the Role

Khushi’s Restaurant is looking for a reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Porter to join our kitchen team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy kitchen, takes pride in cleanliness and organisation, and wants to develop their skills within the restaurant industry.

The successful candidate will support our chefs with washing up, cleaning, basic food preparation and general kitchen duties, helping to ensure that the kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently during service.

No previous professional kitchen experience is essential, as training can be provided to the right candidate. We are particularly interested in applicants who are keen to learn and develop their cooking skills, with the opportunity to receive training to become a Fryer Chef.

We are looking for someone dependable, motivated and willing to take on new responsibilities as they gain experience.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include, but will not be limited to:

• Washing Up: Cleaning dishes, pots, pans, utensils and kitchen equipment throughout service.
• Kitchen Cleaning: Keeping kitchen workspaces, floors, preparation areas and equipment clean and hygienic.
• Food Preparation: Assisting chefs with basic preparation tasks, including washing, peeling and chopping vegetables.
• Kitchen Support: Helping chefs and other kitchen team members with daily tasks to maintain efficient operations.
• Fryer Chef Training: Learning to operate kitchen fryers safely and preparing menu items to the restaurant’s standards, following appropriate training.
• Stock and Deliveries: Helping receive, unpack, organise and store food supplies correctly.
• Waste Management: Disposing of waste responsibly and keeping waste areas clean.
• Food Safety: Following food hygiene procedures, cleaning schedules and health and safety requirements.
• Equipment Care: Cleaning kitchen equipment and reporting faults or maintenance issues.
• Teamwork: Working closely with chefs, front-of-house staff and management to ensure smooth restaurant service.
• Takeaway Order Packing: Accurately pack and prepare takeaway orders for collection and delivery, ensuring all items, sauces, sides and accompaniments are included. Check orders for accuracy, use suitable food packaging, and ensure orders are presented neatly and ready for dispatch.
• Busy Service Support: Staying organised and working efficiently during busy periods.

Essential Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A reliable, punctual and hardworking attitude.
• A willingness to learn and follow instructions.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A positive attitude and good communication skills.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• The ability to carry out physical tasks and stand for extended periods.
• Availability to work weekends, including bank holidays and public holidays.
• Reliable arrangements for travelling to and from the restaurant for scheduled shifts.
• A responsible approach to food safety and workplace health and safety.

Previous kitchen or restaurant experience is an advantage but is not essential, as training can be provided.

Training and Career Development

At Khushi’s Restaurant, we believe in helping our team develop their skills and progress in their careers.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Learn professional kitchen procedures and food preparation techniques.
• Gain experience working alongside our chefs.
• Receive training in the safe use of commercial kitchen equipment.
• Develop the skills required to work as a Fryer Chef.
• Take on additional responsibilities as their experience and confidence grow.

This role is ideal for someone who wants to start or develop a career in the restaurant industry.

Working Hours and Pay

• Full-time, permanent position.
• 35–42 hours per week.
• Pay starting from £12.71 per hour, depending on experience and skills.
• Training and opportunities to develop into a Fryer Chef role.
• Weekend, bank holiday and public holiday availability is essential.

Why Work at Khushi’s Restaurant?

We aim to provide a friendly and supportive working environment where team members can learn, develop and contribute to the success of the restaurant.

Benefits include:

• Competitive hourly pay starting from £12.71.
• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Free or discounted food.
• Company pension.
• Employee discount.
• Free parking.
• Referral programme.
• Sick pay, subject to applicable terms and eligibility.
• On-the-job training and opportunities to develop kitchen skills.
• The opportunity to progress towards a Fryer Chef position.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, dependable, enthusiastic and eager to learn. You should be willing to help wherever needed, take pride in maintaining a clean kitchen and work well with the rest of the team.

Most importantly, we want someone with a positive attitude who is interested in developing their skills and progressing within the restaurant.

If you are looking for a stable, full-time position with opportunities to learn and grow, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining Khushi’s Restaurant as a Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Porter, please submit your CV along with a brief introduction about yourself and any relevant experience.

Previous kitchen experience is welcome but not essential. Enthusiasm, reliability and a willingness to learn are just as important.

We look forward to welcoming you to our kitchen team!

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 45.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking

Work Location: In person