Kitchen Assistant at University of Warwick

Do you have a passion for food and enjoy working as part of a friendly, energetic team? We’re looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to help keep things running smoothly across our kitchens and cafes.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting Our Chefs: Assisting in the preparation, traying, and plating of food under the guidance of our talented kitchen team.
• Keeping It Sparkling: Cleaning work areas and service equipment to high standards, following our ‘clean as you go’ approach 
• Team Player Energy: Working closely with cooks, chefs, and the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth service across all outlets.
• Handling Stock: Helping move and store stock safely, using proper manual handling techniques.
• Staying Safe & Compliant: Adhering to food hygiene and safety procedures, including COSHH and allergen awareness.

Flexible Working

• We will consider applications for employment on a part-time basis, despite the position being advertised as full-time.

About You  

What We’re Looking For:

• A flexible, can-do attitude and willingness to learn.
• Some experience working in a kitchen or food prep role (desirable but not essential, we’ll give you plenty of training).
• An eagerness to be trained in food hygiene, health & safety, and manual handling.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
• Reliability and confidence working in a busy, fast-paced environment.