Job description
At a glance
Own transport is essential due to a rural location. Various full time hours required, 39 hours a week (Morning and Afternoon).
The Salary range for this role is £21 205 - £23 400.
This role is advertised as a permanent position.
About the role
At Longstock Park our Kitchen Assistants operate as a valued member of our talented and friendly Cafe team demonstrating a real passion for food and being motivated to invent, produce and present quality dishes in accordance with our Farm Shop offer. You’ll also be involved in assisting in the day to day running of the kitchen by producing agreed menus to a high standard, supervising the department when required, controlling stock and minimising wastage. We work to a high standard and as a key part of the team you’ll comply with all food safety policies, procedures and practices as essential when working in catering.
As part of a small team, we are looking for someone creative with a professional demeanour who must be able to work under pressure, demonstrating skill and application of knowledge with the ability to contribute to menu planning and delivery of consistently high standards.
Key Responsibilities
Preparing basic menu items
Assisting Head Chef and Second Chef in breakfast and lunch service
Following food hygiene and Partnership guidelines in regards to food safety
Completing necessary daily and weekly paperwork
Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment
Working alongside the front of house partners to keep a clean and tidy environment
Essential and Experience skills you’ll need
Level 2 Food Hygiene
Previous Kitchen experience
Benefits of the Partnership and the role
You will enjoy 25% discount at John Lewis and 20% in Waitrose
The Partnership has a competitive pension scheme where your contributions will be matched by the Partnership (up to 8% of pay)
Excellent work life balance, including focus on well being and flexible working and our marketing leading equal parenthood leave Policy
Find out more about the extensive range of exciting benefits that you could enjoy when you join us on our website under About the Partnership; Benefits.
Next Steps
The application form consists of a CV upload followed by application questions. Please ensure you refresh the page each time you complete a task to ensure you complete everything that you need to in time. (If internal, check your Workday notifications and see further guidance on the PDW under "Internal application process").
Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include an in person interview at Leckford Farm Shop.
You'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.
Thanks for your patience in the meantime and for showing an interest in joining JLP.
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