If you're looking for a role where you will be a valued member of the team, feel a sense of belonging and meet lots of new people then this role, in this kitchen, may be the perfect fit for you.
General skills
As a Kitchen Assistant you will have the following skills:
The ability to work quickly and to the required standard
An understanding of the importance of health and hygiene
Experience of working in a commercial kitchen
Plenty of stamina and the ability to work on your feet for most of the shift
A great team player
Good listening skills and ability to follow instructions
Good oral communication
A willingness to learn
A positive attitude
Experience doing basic food prep, like washing, peeling and chopping vegetables is ideal but not essentialMain Duties/Responsibilities
As a Kitchen Assistant you will:
Ensure that the kitchen is clean and operational, cleaning the food preparation equipment, floors and other kitchen tools or areas
Wash utensils and dishes and making sure they are stored appropriately
Sort, store and distribute ingredients under instruction
Assist chefs by washing, peeling, chopping, cutting and cooking food stuffs and helping to prepare dishes or sides such as salads and desserts
Dispose of rubbish correctly
Organise linen/laundry
May also be responsible for preparing ingredients with guidance
Receive deliveries of new food and drink stock items, checking off items and storing them correctlyBlue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people