Our Kitchen Assistants play an essential role in delivering an exceptional customer experience across our restaurants by providing tasty food, ensuring food hygiene, and maintaining high operational standards.
Responsibilities
* Preparing and presenting food according to menu specifications.
* Supporting general kitchen duties proactively.
* Collaborating with the kitchen team to ensure meals are served to a high standard and on time.
* Enhancing your knowledge of dietary requirements, allergies, and health & safety regulations.
Who we are looking for
* A passion for food and a commitment to delivering the best customer experience.
* Team player and confident communicator eager to learn and develop new skills.
* Ability to thrive in a busy, fast-paced environment.
* Experience in food service preferred.
* Knowledge of kitchen health, safety, and hygiene rules.
* Relevant food safety qualifications are a plus.
* Ability to embody our values: being one team, continuous improvement, bringing a smile, living our garden ethos, and making it work for customers.
What we offer
* Generous annual leave with flexible holiday scheduling.
* Uncapped store discounts: 50% off in our restaurants, 25% off in the Garden Centre, and 10% off in our food halls.
* Access to Wagestream for financial wellbeing support, including early earnings access, savings, and financial advice.
* Support through Retail Trust, including confidential support, virtual GP, free counselling, and retail rewards.
* Development opportunities via Dobbies Academy and eLearning programs.
* A vibrant, passionate, and diverse team culture dedicated to excellent customer service.
About us
Founded in 1865 by James Dobbie, Dobbies is the UK's only garden centre retailer with stores nationwide, celebrating a passion for gardens and plants year-round.
Our stores feature restaurants and coffee shops offering a welcoming environment, alongside a calendar of community events and charity initiatives. We are committed to being a great place to work and to supporting our colleagues' growth and success.
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