Overview
Kitchen assistant role at J D Wetherspoon – The Miles Thompson, Kendal. Salary: £12.41 per hour. Closing date: 25-10-2025.
The ideal applicant is fun, enthusiastic and passionate. 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.
What’s in it for you
* 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
* availability of guaranteed-hours contracts and variable-hours contracts
* paid holiday
* free shares (after a qualifying period)
* loyalty reward scheme
Role and responsibilities
* work as part of a team to prepare and cook food to the correct specification
* operate kitchen work stations, including grills, fryers, microwaves and more
* keep to time and quality targets with the team
* follow food hygiene, allergen, and 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
Progression and development
Most Wetherspoon team leaders and managers started in the kitchen or behind the bar. We can support your development with structured on-the-job training, apprenticeships and management academies, cross-training into other areas (bar, floor, hotel), and opportunities to move into team-leader, kitchen-shift-leader and/or pub-manager roles.
Hours and working pattern
Hours per week: 12. Flexible shifts available across mornings, evenings, weekends and late finishes.
Typical schedule: Flexible hours by day.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Hospitality
Note: We promote an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome. We support your development with necessary training and ensure you have the skills and knowledge for a great career with us. Under-18s may attract a lower rate of pay, in line with national guidelines.
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