Job Title: Kitchen Assistant (Full-Time)

Location: The Plough – Great Bentley

Reports to: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

Pay: £10-£12.21 per hour, Plus Tips 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. This role is vital in supporting the kitchen team by ensuring a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment. The ideal candidate must be available to work weekends, public holidays, and festive periods including Christmas and New Year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with basic food preparation and cooking tasks as directed by chefs
• Wash, peel, and chop vegetables and other ingredients
• Clean kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards at all times
• Receive and store food deliveries appropriately
• Dispose of kitchen waste and operate the dishwasher
• Assist in setting up and closing down the kitchen each day
• Support chefs and front-of-house staff as needed

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment preferred but not essential
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including weekends, public holidays, Christmas, and New Year
• Good understanding of hygiene and food safety standards
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure
• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods
• A team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Work Schedule:

• Full-time position (typically 30-48 hours per week)
• Must be available for rotating shifts, including:
• Weekends (Saturday & Sunday)
• Public holidays (including Christmas Day and New Year's Day)

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant (Full-Time)

Location: The Plough – Great Bentley

Reports to: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

Pay: £10-£12.21 per hour, Plus Tips 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our team on a full-time basis. This role is vital in supporting the kitchen team by ensuring a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment. The ideal candidate must be available to work weekends, public holidays, and festive periods including Christmas and New Year.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with basic food preparation and cooking tasks as directed by chefs
• Wash, peel, and chop vegetables and other ingredients
• Clean kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards at all times
• Receive and store food deliveries appropriately
• Dispose of kitchen waste and operate the dishwasher
• Assist in setting up and closing down the kitchen each day
• Support chefs and front-of-house staff as needed

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment preferred but not essential
• Willingness to work flexible shifts including weekends, public holidays, Christmas, and New Year
• Good understanding of hygiene and food safety standards
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently under pressure
• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods
• A team player with a positive attitude and strong work ethic

Work Schedule:

• Full-time position (typically 30-48 hours per week)
• Must be available for rotating shifts, including:
• Weekends (Saturday & Sunday)
• Public holidays (including Christmas Day and New Year's Day)