Job Title
Kitchen staff
Location
The Opera House, Royal Tunbridge Wells
Salary
£12.41
Closing Date
09-11-2025
Job Overview
We’re looking for fun, enthusiastic, passionate people to join our hard‑working 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 know we can teach you the skills you’ll need to succeed. Whether you’re looking for a long‑term career or just some extra shifts, if you’re reliable, friendly and love working as part of a team — this role could be perfect for you.
Benefits
* Competitive rate of pay
* A free meal and a drink, while 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‑5.59 am
* 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
Duties Include
* Preparing, cooking and presenting food to specification
* Operating kitchen work stations, including grills, fryers, microwaves and more
* Working as a team to keep to time and quality targets
* Following food hygiene, allergen, health and safety, and safety standards
* Cleaning as you go, including full kitchen clean‑downs
* Rotating stock and storing food safely
* Completing required induction, role‑specific and ongoing refresher training and contributing to continuous improvement
Progression and Development
* 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
Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome. When you’re at work, we want you to feel comfortable being yourself. Whatever your background, preferences or beliefs, 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.
Hours Per Week
20 (Flexible)
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