Kitchen Assistant
2 days ago
Earlswood
You must have access to your own vehicle due the location of the venue* My client are seeking dedicated and energetic individuals to join the back-of-house team in a busy hotel kitchen. As a Kitchen Assistant / General Assistant / Kitchen Porter, you will support the smooth running of daily food operations, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and service for hotel guests. You’ll be working closely with chefs and front-of-house teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences across breakfast, lunch, dinner, room service, events, and banqueting. Key Responsibilities Supporting chefs with basic food preparation Maintaining cleanliness across all kitchen areas to hotel hygiene standards Operating dishwashers and washing pots, pans, crockery, and utensils Assisting with buffet setups and kitchen-to-restaurant pass duties • Unloading deliveries, checking stock, and rotating produce (FIFO), • Ensuring correct storage of food and equipment Emptying bins, managing waste, and following recycling procedures Supporting events, banqueting, and busy service periods as require • What We’re Looking For Previous experience in a hotel kitchen or fast-paced catering environment is desirable Strong work ethic and ability to handle pressure during busy periods Good communication and teamwork skills Understanding of food hygiene & safety standards (Level 1 or 2 beneficial) Flexible availability — including mornings, evenings, weekends, or split shifts • Reliable, punctual, and committed to high standards of cleanliness