Food lover with kitchen experience?
Join our buzzing deli as a Deli Kitchen Assistant – no late nights, just great food & people.
Join our busy, family-run coffee shop & delicatessen as a Deli Kitchen Assistant, helping us prepare delicious food for our thriving community.
Tues–Sat (Sun & Mon off)
Mostly daytime hours (limited evenings)
Competitive pay + free meals
Staff discount on deli products
Opportunity to enhance the menu & contribute to specials
Ideal for someone with kitchen or food prep experience looking for a friendly, sociable workplace with no "head office" pressures — just great food, great people, and a valued role in a local business.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Food Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and a commitment to providing exceptional service. This role involves preparing and serving food, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and enhancing the dining experience for our customers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Food and Beverage Preparation:
* Ensure all food preparation and presentation adheres to our quality guidelines.
* Maintain strict adherence to food hygiene and safety regulations, including HACCP principles.
* Prepare and present food items in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
* Ensure that all food safety regulations are strictly followed, maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.
* Serve food to customers, providing excellent customer service and addressing any inquiries or concerns.
* Collaborate with team members to ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals.
* Maintain inventory levels of food supplies, reporting any shortages or issues to management.
* Participate in training sessions to improve culinary skills and knowledge of food safety practices.
* Prepare and serve coffee to the highest standard.
* Team Contribution:
* Work collaboratively and effectively within the team.
* Maintain clear and professional communication with colleagues and Managers.
* Provide assistance to other team members as needed.
Person Specification:
* Essential:
* Proven excellent customer service skills.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work both independently and as a collaborative team member.
* A positive and proactive work ethic.
* Competent numeracy and literacy skills.
* A commitment to learning and development.
* A genuine interest in high-quality food and beverage
* Specialty coffee experience.
* A solid understanding of HACCP principles and practical experience in maintaining high food hygiene standards.
* Strong Preference:
* Proficient in food preparation techniques with prior kitchen experience preferred.
* Previous restaurant experience is advantageous, particularly in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent time management skills to ensure efficient service during busy periods.
* Culinary experience is a plus, showcasing creativity in food presentation and flavour combinations.
* If you are passionate about food and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply for the Food Specialist position today
Working Conditions:
* Daytime working hours, Tues - Sat (Sun & Mon off), limited evenings on occasion. Typical core hours working 8:30am-4:30pm. Full Time, 5 days per week.
* Requirement to stand for extended periods.
Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate of pay.
* Pension.
* Free meals while on duty.
* Staff discount deli products.
* Opportunity to be part of a supportive and engaged team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £25,000.00-£27,500.00 per year
Benefits:
* Employee discount
Work Location: In person