Kitchen Assistant
Location: Medway
Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:30 am–4:30 pm
Overtime: One additional shift available on Saturday 7th November, 5pm–9pm
Contract: Temporary, approximately one month
Essential qualifications: Level 2 Health & Safety and Level 2 Food Safety certificates
About the Role:
We’re looking for a reliable and hands-on Kitchen Assistant to support a new bar and kitchen in Medway as the team prepares to open and gets settled in.
This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, youthful environment and help get things up and running. The role will involve providing practical kitchen support, helping with basic food preparation and ensuring everything runs smoothly as the team finds its feet.
You don’t need to be a qualified chef or have years of kitchen assistant experience. We’re looking for someone who is happy to roll up their sleeves, get stuck in and support the team with day-to-day kitchen tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with basic food preparation, including chopping vegetables and preparing ingredients.
- Support the kitchen team with reheating food and other straightforward kitchen tasks.
- Help keep the kitchen clean, tidy and organised throughout the day.
- Follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures at all times.
- Ensure work surfaces, utensils and equipment are cleaned appropriately.
- Assist with stock organisation and putting deliveries away where required.
- Support the team with general kitchen duties to help prepare for opening and daily service.
- Work collaboratively with the wider team and offer support wherever needed.
- Maintain a positive, flexible and can-do attitude in a busy working environment.
Essential Requirements:
- A valid Level 2 Food Safety certificate.
- A valid Level 2 Health & Safety certificate.
- A reliable and punctual approach to work.
- An understanding of basic kitchen hygiene and safe working practices.
- A willingness to get involved with practical tasks and support the team.
- The ability to work well with others and follow instructions.
Desirable Experience:
- Previous experience working in a kitchen, café, restaurant, bar or similar food service environment.
- Familiarity with basic food preparation and kitchen equipment.
- Experience maintaining clean and organised food preparation areas.
- Previous kitchen experience would be beneficial, but a positive attitude, reliability and a willingness to learn are just as important.
Working Hours:
The standard working hours are Monday to Friday, 10:30 am–4:30 pm, providing consistent daytime shifts.
There is also one additional overtime opportunity on Saturday 7th November, 5 pm–9 pm, to support an event.
What’s on Offer?
- A short-term opportunity for approximately one month.
- Consistent weekday hours with no regular evening shifts.
- The chance to be part of an exciting new opening.
- A lively university environment with a youthful atmosphere.
- An opportunity to gain experience supporting a kitchen team during its launch period.
The Ideal Candidate
- The ideal candidate will be dependable, practical and happy to help wherever needed.
- They’ll take pride in keeping the kitchen clean and organised, follow food safety procedures carefully and work well as part of a team.
This is a hands-on support role rather than a chef position, making it well suited to someone with basic kitchen experience who is looking for a short-term opportunity and can hit the ground running.
Please note: Level 2 Food Safety and Level 2 Health & Safety certificates are essential and non-negotiable. Candidates must hold both qualifications to be considered.
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Project ManagerDesign House InteriorsLocation: Wetherby - office basedContract: Full-time, permanentRole overviewDesign House Interiors is looking for an experienced kitchen industry professional to oversee the ordering, logistics and installation of kitchen projects from final design through to completion.This is a key operational role requiring strong technical kitchen knowledge, excellent organisation and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.You will take ownership of projects once they move through the sales and design process, ensuring kitchens are accurately ordered, delivered and installed to the high standards expected by Design House Interiors.Key Responsibilities
Oversee the production, ordering and installation process across multiple kitchen projects.Review kitchen plans, specifications and orders to ensure accuracy before placing orders with suppliers.Order kitchens, appliances, worktops and associated products, checking supplier confirmations against specifications.Monitor supplier lead times, deliveries and stock availability, resolving any issues that could affect installation schedules.Manage the Project Assistant and Warehouse team, allocating work and ensuring deadlines are met.Coordinate kitchen installation schedules and manage installation teams.Ensure installers receive accurate drawings, specifications and project information before work begins.Oversee installation quality, remedial works and snagging through to completion.Maintain effective communication with designers, customers, suppliers and installation teams.
Pre-Installation SurveysAn important part of this role will involve carrying out detailed pre-installation surveys at customers' properties to identify and resolve potential issues before installation.Responsibilities will include:
Checking site dimensions and conditions against kitchen designs and plans.Assessing plumbing, electrical, gas, extraction and other relevant service requirements.Identifying access, flooring, wall and construction considerations that could affect installation.Highlighting discrepancies or potential fitting issues before products are ordered or delivered.Liaising with designers to amend plans or specifications where necessary.Preparing accurate survey notes and installation instructions for fitting teams.
Team & Installation Management
Manage the Project Assistant, Warehouse team and kitchen installers.Allocate work, set priorities and monitor performance.Oversee installation schedules across multiple projects.
Resolve technical and logistical issues quickly and professionally.Ensure installations are completed to the company's quality standards.
Experience & Skills RequiredWe are looking for someone with significant experience within the kitchen industry. Strong technical kitchen knowledge is essential, and general project management experience alone will not be sufficient.The ideal candidate will have:
Proven experience within kitchen project management, installation management or a similar technical kitchen role.Excellent knowledge of kitchen cabinetry, appliances, worktops and installation processes.Strong understanding of kitchen plans, technical drawings and specifications.Experience reviewing kitchen orders and checking supplier confirmations.Experience coordinating kitchen installations and managing installers or subcontractors.Experience carrying out pre-installation surveys or detailed site measurements.Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Confidence managing staff, suppliers, subcontractors and customer expectations.Good IT skills and a full UK driving licence.
Software ExperiencePrevious experience using EQ Software and Winner/Winner Flex would be a strong advantage.Who This Role Could SuitYou may currently be working as a Kitchen Project Manager, Installation Manager, Contracts Manager, Kitchen Production Manager or Operations Manager within the kitchen industry.We would also welcome applications from experienced Senior Kitchen Designers who have strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience in ordering, surveying and installation management.What We Offer
A senior position within an established and growing kitchen business.A varied role combining technical, operational and people management responsibilities.The opportunity to help develop and improve existing systems and processes.The chance to play a key role in the continued growth and development of Design House Interiors.A long-term career opportunity for the right candidate.
Interested in Joining Design House Interiors?If you have strong kitchen industry experience and are confident managing projects from final design through to installation, we would love to hear from you.Please apply with your CV, outlining your relevant kitchen industry experience. INDHSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
Head Chef - High-Volume Food Hall - Central London 45-50kLead three street food kitchens in one of Central London’s busiest food and sports venues and shape the food offer for the next stage of growth.A leading Central London food hall and live sports venue is looking for a Head Chef to take charge of a fast-paced, multi-concept kitchen operation. This Head Chef role suits a strong Senior Sous Chef ready to step up, or an established Head Chef from a high-volume branded background.The venue works like a street food market. Food sales are strong and growing, with a clear target to almost double weekly food revenue. From January, the Head Chef will be able to help shape the food into one consistent concept.The Head Chef role
Lead a small kitchen team of 8-10 chefs across multiple concepts.Lead from the front, working on the pass and alongside the team during busy services.Set and keep high standards of consistency, food safety and presentation.Train and develop the team, building a strong and dependable kitchen.Manage food cost, GP, staff costs and ordering, and contribute to the kitchen P&L.Help develop the food offer, with real input into the concept from January.Work closely with the General Manager to grow food revenue.
About you
A Senior Sous Chef ready for their first Head Chef role, or an experienced Head Chef.A background in high-volume branded restaurants.Experience of food halls, street food markets or venues with several outlets is a strong advantage.Comfortable running more than one kitchen or concept at the same time.Commercially aware, with a working knowledge of food cost, P&L and staff costs.A hands-on leader who is happy to hand admin to a supporting assistant.
The package
£45,000 basic salary.Tronc on top, estimated at £4,000 to £5,000 a year.A genuine say in the food concept as the venue moves into its next phase.A small, close-knit team in a busy, high-energy Central London venue.A short, two-stage interview process.
If you are a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef with high-volume experience and want a role where you can make a visible difference, send your CV to Olly at COREcruitment dot com today.....Read more...
Front of House Assistant
Location: BuckfastleighSalary: £13.00 per hourShifts: Tuesday to Saturday
About the Role
We are recruiting for a Front of House Assistant for one of our clients Café's in Buckfastleigh. This is an excellent opportunity to join a popular café known for its welcoming atmosphere, quality food, and outstanding customer service.
Working within a busy café environment, you will be responsible for providing excellent customer service, handling orders and payments, serving food and drinks, and ensuring customers enjoy a positive dining experience.
Key Responsibilities
Greeting and serving customers in a friendly and professional manner
Taking food and drink orders and processing payments
Preparing and serving hot and cold beverages
Maintaining cleanliness and presentation standards throughout the café
Supporting the kitchen and front of house team during busy service periods
About You
Essential:
Previous customer service experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
A positive, friendly and professional attitude
Ability to work efficiently in a busy environment
Desirable:
Previous café, restaurant or hospitality experience
Barista or beverage preparation experience
Experience using till or EPOS systems
What’s in it for You?
Competitive pay rate of £13.00 per hour
Tuesday to Saturday working pattern
Temp-to-perm opportunity with long-term prospects
Opportunity to join a friendly and established hospitality team
Interested? Contact Tori Rapson on 01803 840 844 or email victoria.rapson@mego.co.uk to find out more or apply today!
Mego Employment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary staffing.
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Deputy General Manager – High-Volume Hospitality Venue – Dublin – 50,000An exciting opportunity to take a senior leadership role in one of Dublin's most vibrant, high-energy hospitality venues!We are recruiting for an experienced Deputy General Manager to join a well-established hospitality operator known for its fantastic craft beer offering, lively atmosphere, great food and commitment to delivering memorable guest experiences.This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious hospitality leader who loves being on the floor, thrives in a busy environment and is passionate about developing people.The Role
Working closely with the General Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operation and commercial success of the business.Lead from the front, delivering exceptional service and creating a fantastic atmosphere.Support the GM in overseeing all aspects of the venue's operations.Inspire, train and develop a large team across the bar, floor and kitchen.Take ownership of the business in the General Manager's absence.Drive sales, profitability and operational performance.Manage labour, stock, costs and overall business efficiency.Build a positive, people-focused culture where the team genuinely enjoys coming to work.
Who Are We Looking For?
An experienced Deputy General Manager or strong Assistant General Manager ready for a bigger challenge.A proven leader from a busy, high-volume pub, bar or hospitality environment.Someone with genuine personality, energy and a hands-on leadership style.Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of P&L management.A passion for craft beer, great food and exceptional hospitality.A natural people developer who can motivate and bring the best out of a team.
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary and employee benefits.Performance-related incentives.Staff discounts and subsidised meals.Excellent training and career development opportunities.The chance to work within an established hospitality business with a strong focus on its people.
Interested?If you're an ambitious hospitality professional looking for a new challenge in Dublin, I'd love to hear from you.....Read more...
