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Our Kitchen Assistant - Cooks play an essential role in delivering exceptional customer experience across our Restaurants - delivering tasty food, ensuring food hygiene, and maintaining high operational standards.
Responsibilities
* Preparing and presenting food in line with menu specifications
* Working proactively and supporting general kitchen duties
* Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure meals are presented to a high standard and on time
* Developing knowledge of dietary requirements, allergies, and health & safety standards
Who we are looking for
* You are passionate about food and delivering excellent customer experiences
* A team player and confident communicator eager to learn new skills
* Thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment
* Experience in food service
* Knowledge of kitchen health, safety, and hygiene rules
* Relevant food safety qualifications are a plus
* Can demonstrate our values: being one team, continuous improvement, bringing a smile, living our garden ethos, and making it work for customers
What we offer
* Generous annual leave entitlement with flexible holiday scheduling
* Uncapped store discounts: 50% off in our Restaurants, 25% in the Garden Centre, 10% in food halls
* Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing support
* Support through Retail Trust: confidential support, virtual GP, free counselling, and retail rewards
* Development opportunities via Dobbies Academy and eLearning platform
* A passionate, diverse, and supportive team culture
About us
Founded in 1865 by James Dobbie, Dobbies is the only garden centre retailer with stores across every UK nation. We celebrate gardens and plants, showcasing our passion through products, services, and community events. Many stores feature a restaurant or coffee shop, providing a welcoming environment for customers. We are committed to being a great place to work, encouraging colleagues to be their best and celebrate success together.
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