Kitchen Assistant

Crest Hotels Group; Tenby; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hotel group in the United Kingdom is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the kitchen team in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food preparation. Responsibilities include assisting with basic food prep, stock rotation, and ensuring a well-organised kitchen. Ideal candidates will have kitchen or hospitality experience, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. The role offers development opportunities in a supportive environment with benefits including meals on duty and discounts on food and beverage.

Benefits

Meals on duty provided

50% off Food & Beverage

Access to Hospitality Rewards

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is beneficial.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.
• Food Hygiene Certificate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen team with food preparation and maintaining hygiene standards.
• Handle stock rotation and put deliveries away.
• Maintain an organised kitchen environment.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene

Job description

Nestled in the historic heart of Pembrokeshire, set against the stunning backdrop of South Beach.

The Role of Kitchen Assistant

The Kitchen Assistant will be responsible for supporting the kitchen team to ensure a clean and hygienic environment. They will ensure the kitchen is well organised, enable efficient work, maintain all standards, and collaborate safely at all times. The role supports the chef brigade and offers opportunities to develop basic kitchen skills. Responsibilities also include putting deliveries away, stock rotation, and showcasing strong organisation and adaptability.

The role is hands‑on for someone flexible who enjoys supporting the delivery of a great food experience and being part of a strong team.

The Kitchen Assistant will ideally have experience in a kitchen environment, but if you have the drive and want to learn, we will help you develop and grow skills.

Job Overview

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the kitchen team, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food preparation. You will assist chefs with basic food prep, maintain hygiene and safety standards, and help keep the kitchen organised.

Experience & Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is beneficial.
• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene (Food Hygiene Certificate is a plus).
• £60 BB per night for Friends and Family rate
• Celebration of milestone employment anniversaries
• 50% off Food & Beverage in our hotels
• Meals on duty provided
• Access to Hospitality Rewards
• Offerings from retail and dining discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme and same day online GP appointments