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Kitchen Assistant

John Lewis & Partners

Location:
United Kingdom , Cookham

Category:
Hospitality and Tourism

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

12.40 GBP / Hour

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Job Description:

As a Kitchen Assistant you'll work in all areas of the kitchen including; as a kitchen porter, basic food preparation, helping to maintain the high standards of hospitality for all hotel guests to enjoy. You'll be involved with the preparation of food for our hotel guests, managing stock and minimising wastage. This is a role where you will receive ongoing training and there is plenty of opportunity for you to progress throughout the kitchen and hospitality sector.

Job Responsibility:

Working as part of the kitchen brigade to maintain the kitchen standards of cleanliness in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines
To assist in basic food preparation, take responsibility for deliveries, the completion of cleaning schedules and temperature checks for kitchen equipment
To add value to the efficient and profitable running of your department in order to achieve your business and personal objectives, along with those of your team and the hotel

Requirements:

Good communication skills
The ability to work in a team or on your own
Ability to interpret and adhere to food safety Policy and health and safety regulations

Nice to have:

Experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment is welcomed but not essential

What we offer:

Pension & Life Assurance
Exclusive Hotels
Leisure Learning
Partner Discount (25% off at John Lewis and 20% at Waitrose)
Clubs & Societies
Holiday & Leave

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 26, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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