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
Assist in the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes in accordance with the bars menu and standards. Manage food preparation processes, ensuring that all dishes are prepared on time and to specification. Maintain cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen, adhering to health and safety regulations. Collaborate with the Head Chef in menu planning, recipe development, and inventory management. Train new kitchen staff on food production techniques and best practices. Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
Company Overview: Paws Fantasy Ltd is a UK-based creative e-commerce company specializing in transforming pet photos into royal-style custom portraits. Through its online platform, customers can upload their pet photos, choose artistic templates, and receive premium-quality printed artworks. Why We Need a Software Engineer: As the business grows and platform complexity increases, Paws Fantasy is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to build and maintain their custom e-commerce system. This includes both frontend (Vue.js/JavaScript) and backend (Java, PHP, Spring Boot) development for core features such as image uploads, order automation, payment integration, and customer database management. The engineer will also help develop internal tools, explore AI-powered image processing, ensure system reliability and security, and contribute to long-term technical planning. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain the company's custom pet portrait e-commerce platform, covering frontend (Vue.js/JavaScript) and backend (Java/PHP/Spring Boot) functionalities. - Implement core modules such as image upload, product customization interface, automated order processing, payment gateway integration, and customer database management. - Build and optimize internal admin tools for order tracking, customer support, product template management, and workflow automation. - Collaborate with designers and artists to create and integrate custom portrait templates, and explore AI-based image enhancement or generation tools. - Ensure platform scalability, system reliability, and data security; responsible for ongoing bug fixing, performance optimization, and infrastructure maintenance (e.g., cloud hosting, backups). - Participate in technical decision-making, suggest best practices, and contribute to long-term platform roadmap. Requirements - A degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field - At least 5 years of professional experience in full-stack web development - Proficient in JavaScript (with Vue.js or similar), Java (Spring Boot), and/or PHP - Strong understanding of databases, API design, and system architecture - Experience deploying and maintaining web applications, including cloud infrastructure - Comfortable working independently and collaborating with non-technical teams (e.g. design, customer support) - Experience working on product websites, content management systems, or internal admin tools - Interest in building or improving image upload systems, customization workflows, or automated tools - Familiarity with e-commerce, digital platforms, or creative tech projects