Overview
The Punchbowl, York is hiring Kitchen staff. Job Ref 637462. Job Title: Kitchen staff. Salary: £12.41. Closing Date: 17-09-2025. Location: York, United Kingdom. This role is part-time at The Punchbowl.
We are looking for fun, enthusiastic, passionate people to join our teams. No experience is needed, just a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a calm head under pressure. As a UK Top Employer with an award-winning training programme, we can teach you the skills you’ll need to succeed. Whether you’re looking for a long-term career or extra shifts, if you’re reliable, friendly and enjoy working as part of a team, this role could be perfect for you.
Responsibilities
* Prepare, cook and present food to the correct specifications
* Operate kitchen work stations, including grills, fryers, microwaves and more
* Work as part of a team to meet time and quality targets
* Follow food hygiene, allergen, health and safety standards
* Clean as you go and perform full kitchen clean-downs
* Rotate stock and store food safely
* Complete required induction, role-specific and ongoing refresher training and contribute to continuous improvement
Progression and Development
Most Wetherspoon team leaders and managers started in the kitchen or behind the bar. We offer:
* Structured on-the-job training
* Apprenticeships and management academies
* Cross-training into other areas (bar, floor, hotel)
* Opportunities to move into team-leader, kitchen-shift-leader and/or pub-manager roles
Hours and Commitment
Flexible shift patterns with mornings, evenings, weekends and late finishes. Hours per week: 36. Openings reflect flexible availability by day.
Benefits
* Competitive rate of pay
* A free meal and a drink when working
* 20% discount on all food, drinks and hotel accommodation for you and up to three guests when not working
* £1 extra per hour for hours worked during midnight-5.59am
* Bonus scheme – earn up to 19% of your pay
* Guaranteed-hours or variable-hours contracts
* Paid holiday
* Free shares (after a qualifying period)
* Loyalty reward scheme
Seniorilty and Employment Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Hospitality
Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome. When you’re at work, we want you to feel comfortable being yourself. We’ll ensure you have the skills and knowledge you need for a great career with us. Under-18s may attract a lower rate of pay, always in line with, but usually above, national guidelines.
Read more about our kitchen associate role.
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