Kitchen Assistant

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Kitchen porter

light on the common is a busy neighbourhood restaurant in Wimbledon village serving great homemade food. the Job entails mainly washing up, putting away deliveries, some food preparation and keeping the kitchen clean.

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter to join our team. As a key part of the kitchen staff, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen. Your main duties will include washing dishes, cleaning kitchen equipment, and ensuring all work areas are tidy and safe. This is a full-time position with opportunities to grow within a busy and friendly kitchen environment. Key Responsibilities: - Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment - Keep the kitchen clean and organised - Assist with basic food prep and waste disposal when needed - Follow health and safety regulations at all times

Could you be the most important person in our kitchen? Join us as a Kitchen Porter and you’ll be the person who keeps the wheels turning in our busy kitchen. You’ll keep it clean; you’ll keep it safe - and you’ll protect the space in which the chefs can create their magic… The team spirit in our kitchens is brilliant and there’s real pride in helping create something special for customers. This is also a great way to learn about catering. The Sun is a business where kitchen assistants can go on and progress their career – and given our passion for fresh ingredients, there are few better places to learn the food business. If you’ve never worked in a professional kitchen before, don’t worry. For this role, personality and potential are more important than skills and experience.

Kitchen Assistant Please note: This is currently a part-time position, with the potential to develop into a full-time role towards Christmas. It is not suitable for students seeking seasonal summer work. Job description Ralph’s is actively recruiting for General Catering Assistants to work in Our friendly production kitchen in Chessington Surrey, working hours are on any given day where necessary between 8 am and 4 pm. You must be able to work on any given day, however these days will be planned in advance with plenty of notice. The roles vary depending on the needs of the business and your experience. However, no kitchen experience is needed. General Kitchen Assistants duties may include but not limited to: General preparation and clean-down of kitchen areas Food preparation Food packaging and labelling Cleaning general areas within the site Washing up Deliveries (if clean UK licence held) What we offer: Work with an award winning chef of more than 10 Great Taste Awards Flexible working hours that work for you (minimum 16 hours per week). Free on site training Further opportunities subject to experience and progress within the job A temporary position may lead on to a permanent opportunity Small friendly team Sampling of new recipes Immediate start Requirements Right to work on the UK documentation Previous catering experience is a bonus, but it is not essential as full training will be provided. Driving would be an advantage due to some of our locations, but it’s not essential. If you are available for regular or temporary work, we would love to hear from you – there will be guaranteed work so APPLY TODAY! Job Type: Temporary, part time leading to full time optional Pay: £12.21 per hour starting rate Benefits: Employee discount Flexitime Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Saturday work available to UK driving licence holders Two week trial period Work Location: In person Experience - Previous experience in a kitchen environment is advantageous but not essential; a willingness to learn is key. - Familiarity with food safety standards and practices is preferred, full training provided - A passion for cooking and an eagerness to assist in a team-oriented setting will be highly regarded. Job Types: Part-time, Zero hours contract Pay: £12.21 per hour Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week Benefits: Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking Referral programme Store discount Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Experience: Chef: 1 year (preferred) Catering: 1 year (preferred) Cooking: 1 year (preferred) Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred) Work Location: In person Reference ID: Kitchen Assistant Expected start date: 01/06/2025 Understanding of food safety practices and regulations is beneficial. Ability to work effectively in a team setting while also being capable of taking initiative when needed. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential for maintaining high standards in meal preparation. If you are passionate about food and eager to develop your skills in a supportive kitchen environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Kitchen Assistant. Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract Pay: £12.21 per hour Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week Benefits: Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Work Location: In person

Full time and part time available

We are a wonderful family, with a head chef that is known for training kitchen porters to become trained chefs. We are looking for a Kitchen Porter to help drive our kitchen forward.

A kitchen porter is responsible for keeping the kitchen clean and organized. Duties include washing dishes, cleaning surfaces and equipment, taking out the trash, and helping with basic food prep. It's a physically active, entry-level role that supports chefs and ensures smooth kitchen operations.