Kitchen Assistant Location: Just outside Shaftesbury - own transport required Salary: £26,500 £28,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Pay Frequency: Monthly Working Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00am 5:00pm Winter & Weekends: 8:00am 4:00pm We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established hospitality venue set within a beautiful and tranquil environment. This role is ideal for a Kitchen Assistant who is happy to take ownership of the washing-up and kitchen cleanliness function, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly throughout service. This is a stable, full-time position within a friendly and supportive team, offering a positive working atmosphere and excellent long-term benefits. Key Responsibilities Primary responsibility for washing up, including dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment Ensuring a constant supply of clean equipment for kitchen service Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of all kitchen and back-of-house areas Assisting with basic food preparation and kitchen tasks as required Supporting baking and pastry preparation when needed Adhering to food hygiene, health & safety, and cleanliness standards at all times Candidate Requirements Previous kitchen or pot wash experience preferred Comfortable with washing-up duties as the main part of the role Baking experience is advantageous but not essential Reliable, hardworking, and able to work at a steady pace Positive attitude and strong team-working skills Benefits Competitive salary (£26.5k£28k DOE) Uniform provided 50% discount on food Membership benefits after 6 months of employment Christmas bonus Annual pay review Supportive team culture Stunning and peaceful working environment Why Apply? This is a great opportunity for someone seeking a dependable, long-term kitchen role in a calm, scenic setting, where their contribution is valued and supported. For further info please apply now or give us a call on 01258 458 695!