Kitchen Assistant

The Clockspire; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A quaint restaurant in Somerset is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join a dedicated team. The role involves dishwashing, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and assisting chefs with food preparation. Ideal candidates should have strong attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to work both autonomously and within a team. No formal education is required, but enthusiasm for a kitchen environment is essential. Join us to provide great service and create memorable experiences for our guests.

Benefits

Complimentary meals during shifts

Life Assurance

28 days holiday, increasing with length of service

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects.
• Able to follow instructions and maintain cleanliness.
• Basic food preparation skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes and utensils by hand or using industrial dishwashers.
• Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces and food preparation areas.
• Assist chefs with basic food preparation tasks.

Skills

Good attention to detail

Strong communication teamwork skills

Hands on and proactive approach

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Job description

WSH Restaurants is a unique collection of stunning restaurants, bars and one hotel based in the different locations around the UK, each with its own character, offering great hospitality through exceptional food and warm, skilful service.
We aim to be the very best and set ourselves incredibly high standards because we care passionately about our food, service, people and customers.

To create individual, world-class dining destinations, united in their unwavering standards of quality and service, and revered for their uniquely refined and relaxed ambience.

How? By being a destination employer, renowned for industry-leading career development, training, and mentorship - and translating that investment in people into a culture of pride, accountability and ultimately success.

‘Elegance and excellence in every detail’

The Clockspire, was originally built by Sir William Medlycott in 1864 as a school which has been brought back to its former glory creating a warm and welcoming restaurant. Set by the quaint Somerset village of Milborne Port, the restaurant offers a memorable experience from a spectacular view by the large windows and lofted ceilings with statement chandeliers to seasonal and locally foraged exceptional dishes along with carefully selected wines.

At The Clockspire we want to provide an amazing experience for our guests, focused on delicious food and drink with a creative flair and a passion for seasonal ingredients, we want to share this love with our guests and our teams and create memories and incredible opportunities, as part of a growing restaurant group (WSH Restaurants) there is potential to grow and develop with exciting opportunities.

Job Description

We are looking for individuals that want to join and assist our kitchen team to maintain the cleaning and washing with the BOH areas and support the chefs in developing a safe place to work.

• Dishwashing – Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using industrial dishwashers
• Kitchen Cleanliness – Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops, and food preparation areas. Empty rubbish bins and ensure proper disposal of waste materials
• Food Preparation – Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling, chopping, and slicing ingredients
• Inventory Management – Assist in receiving, storing, and organising kitchen supplies and ingredients
• Compliance with Health and safety – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen ensuring equipment is in good working order
• Goods in and out

Qualifications

• No formal education is required, but a high school diploma or equivalent may be preferred
• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices is a plus
• Strong communication teamwork skills
• Hands on and proactive approach
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team

Additional Information

WSH Restaurants has built a family-feel culture where we offer development and progression for all. In addition to that, we also offer a range of benefits including:

THE BENEFITS

• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Life Assurance
• Unrivalled opportunities for progression within the company.
• 28 days holiday, increasing with length of service.
• Recommend a friend scheme with great bonuses for individual referrals.
• Exclusive access to our HAPI scheme which offers everyday discounts including money off gymmemberships, travel, online shopping, gadgets and much more.
• Reward programmes, long service awards, employee recognition and performance incentives.
• Enrolment into workplace pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme and access to wellbeing hub.
• Cycle to Work Scheme

If you love providing great service and want to be part of a fantastic team, we'd love to hear from you!