Kitchen Assistant

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to support the smooth day-to-day running of our kitchen. The successful candidate will help with basic food preparation, cleaning, washing up, stock organisation and maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety. This role is ideal for someone who works well in a busy team and takes pride in keeping the kitchen clean, safe and organised.

• Assist chefs with basic food preparation, including washing, peeling, chopping and portioning ingredients.

• Wash dishes, utensils, pots and kitchen equipment promptly and safely.

• Clean work surfaces, floors, storage areas and kitchen equipment.

• Follow food hygiene, allergen, health and safety, and cleaning procedures at all times.

• Store ingredients and supplies correctly, using stock rotation procedures.

• Help receive deliveries and check items against orders where required.

• Dispose of waste safely and keep bin areas clean and organised.

• Replenish kitchen supplies and notify a supervisor when stock is running low.

• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods.

• Carry out other reasonable duties requested by the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager.