Kitchen Assistant - Monday to Friday - Reading Berkshire Kitchen Assistant Full Time Monday to Friday - 28,600 per annum plus great benefits Fuller's are creators of unique premium pub and hotel experiences. Our pubs pride themselves on our outstanding cask conditioned ales, delicious food, great wines and exemplary service. We are acutely aware of the role that traditional pubs play in British culture and their local communities and work hard to ensure our pubs provide great surroundings and food and drink for all who walk through our doors. We're excited to announce the upcoming launch of our brand-new Training & Development Centre, The Kitchen Academy, opening in September. This will be our dedicated central hub for all things food, where teams across the business will be trained, inspired, and developed. It will also be the home of our 5 Development Chefs, who are constantly crafting and evolving the great menus that define our food offer. We are now looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our team and support this exciting new chapter. This is a Full-Time role, with working hours agreed based on Academy needs across the operating hours, Monday to Friday. The kitchen Academy is located at Blake's Lock in Reading, RG1 3EQ. Key Accountabilities: Ensure all kitchen areas, equipment, crockery, and cutlery are cleaned and always sanitised. Maintain cleanliness of sinks, food storage areas, including fridges and freezers. Dry and return all washed items to designated storage areas. Clean and sanitise all work surfaces before and after food preparation. Carry out basic food preparation duties as directed by senior staff. Maintain handwashing stations with appropriate supplies. Unpack and store food deliveries in line with food safety standards. Apply and follow the company's food labelling policy accurately. Handle kitchen laundry duties (e.g., aprons, cloths, towels). Support the cleanliness and presentation of the full premises, including front-of-house areas. Assist with session setup and breakdown during training events as needed Provide flexible support to both the training and development teams. What We're Looking For A team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality environment (preferred, not essential) Basic food hygiene knowledge or willingness to undertake training Ability to take direction and work independently A proactive approach to maintaining a clean and organised environment Willingness to be flexible and support broader operations when required Why Join Us? Be part of an exciting new venture with room to grow Work in a collaborative, supportive environment Gain exposure to both culinary training and innovative kitchen development Opportunities for development and training Make a meaningful impact behind the scenes in a forward-thinking facility What we can offer you: An exciting variety of career paths: Explore a wide range of roles and career paths across our pubs and hotels. Supportive environment: We put people first and strive for a collaborative and trusting atmosphere where everyone is valued. Continuous growth: Engage in learning and development programs to fuel your personal and professional growth. 25% discount on food and drink, across all our pubs and hotels for you and your friends and family. Increasing to 30% after one year, 35% after three years and 40% after five years. Discounted hotel stays at hotels in the Fuller's Family Access to 'My Fuller's' - our online benefits platform where you can make savings at 100s of retailers and access discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets and much more. Healthcare Cash Plan - after one year with us you will have access to a 24-hour GP service and the ability to claim your money back for dentist and eyecare appointments. The option to receive up to 35% of your earnings as you earn them with Wagestream. This means you won't always need to wait until payday.