At Lounge, you'll be joining a team of passionate individuals who love genuine cooking—fresh, customer-focused, and made with high-quality ingredients. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will ensure all kitchen cleaning and food preparation standards are maintained at the highest level, supporting our talented chefs to ensure every customer leaves satisfied. Your role is crucial; without you, the kitchen cannot operate efficiently. You will assist the Head Chef in managing a clean and organized kitchen and step in to help the team deliver freshly cooked food on time and to standard. It's simple!
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen.
* Assist with food preparation and kitchen operations.
* Support the team to deliver high-quality food consistently.
Ideal Candidate:
* Passionate about hospitality and customer service.
* Driven and resilient in overcoming challenges.
* Excellent communication skills to build rapport and trust.
* Self-motivated, able to work efficiently with minimal supervision under pressure.
* Knowledgeable about allergens, kitchen essentials, and food safety protocols.
Benefits:
* Tips shared equally based on hours worked.
* Paid breaks and staff meals on every shift.
* 50% discount on food and drinks (including alcohol) from day one across all our brands—Lounge, Cosy Club, and Brightside.
* 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), pro-rata.
* Opportunities for competitions and incentives, including trips.
* Days off for Christmas and Boxing Day.
* Annual staff party—Loungefest.
* Support through the Licenced Trade Charity.
* Access to Wagestream for flexible pay.
* Company pension scheme.
* Long service awards.
* Opportunities for personal development and career progression in a growing business.
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