Overview
Kitchen assistant role at J D Wetherspoon – Lloyds Carlisle, The William Rufus. Salary: £12.41. Closing Date: 22-09-2025.
The ideal applicant is fun, enthusiastic and passionate about joining our hard-working teams. No experience is needed, just a good attitude, willingness to learn and a calm head under pressure. We are a UK Top Employer with an award-winning training programme, and 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
* Preparing, cooking and presenting food to the correct spec
* Operating kitchen work stations, including grills, fryers, microwaves and more
* Collaborating with the team to meet time and quality targets
* Following food hygiene, allergen, health and safety standards
* Cleaning as you go and performing full kitchen clean-downs
* Rotating stock and storing food safely
* Completing 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 support development with:
* 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 Working Pattern
Hours per week: 32. Days and times are flexible, including mornings, evenings, weekends and late finishes.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Part-time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industries: Hospitality
Additional Information
Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome. We strive for a great career with us regardless of background, preferences or beliefs. Under-18s may attract a lower rate of pay, in line with national guidelines.
Hours: Weekly schedule is flexible across Monday to Sunday.
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