We are looking for a Casual Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Porter to join our hardworking and friendly kitchen team.
While this role involves physical work and dishwashing, it also offers a genuine opportunity to start your culinary journey. We are a from-scratch kitchen, and you’ll be working alongside classically trained, skilled chefs who are passionate about food and developing people.
If you’re reliable, team-focused, and keen to learn, this could be the perfect first step into a professional kitchen.
What to Expect From Us
A strong commitment to training and development within the wider group
Regular progression opportunities and salary reviews in line with the industry
Paid staff events twice a year
A supportive, professional, and enjoyable working environment
We expect our teams to work hard and be committed, but we also believe enjoying your job is just as important.
Our ideal candidate will be:
- Happy to work longer hours during the busy summer months
- Eager to learn, ideally with an interest in food
A team player with a positive attitude
Ready to work in a fun, fast-paced, and proactive kitchen
Key Responsibilities
Cleaning the kitchen to ensure it is ready for the next day
Maintaining food storage areas, including fridges and freezers
Receiving deliveries and organising stock correctly
Washing dishes, cutlery, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment
Loading and unloading the dishwasher
Removing kitchen waste and disposing of it safely
Cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment such as cookers and food mixers
Supporting chefs with basic food preparation (washing, peeling, chopping ingredients)
Assisting the kitchen team as required during service
Requirements
No experience necessary – full training will be provided
A strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Ability to work as part of a team
Full-time hours available for the right candidate
If you’re looking to get your foot in the door of a professional kitchen and learn from experienced chefs while being part of a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.
Surrounded by twelve acres of gardens, woodland & parkland, and endowed with stunning views across rolling Warwickshire countryside, you will find the striking Italianate-style mansion and a former Catholic chapel of Bourton Hall. Our country house boasts a wealth of history and character, with multiple reception rooms, bars and ceremony options, as well as 21 luxurious bedrooms including our gorgeous Honeymoon Suite, The Lady Bourton.
Our beautiful wedding venue had its first wedding in 2020 and has been offering dream weddings ever since. Part of the Country House Weddings portfolio of hand-picked wedding venues, with more than 30 years of experience offering perfect weddings to couples, our exclusive-use, all-inclusive wedding packages take care of your wedding day from start to finish, overseen by our expert team.
From specialist wedding Chefs, experienced Personal Wedding Managers and a fantastic wait team, to knowledgeable grounds teams and passionate housekeepers, our teams pride themselves on providing a top-quality service that helps make our weddings a success.
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Kitchen Assistant employer: Country House Weddings Ltd
Join Country House Weddings as a Front of House Team Member and immerse yourself in a vibrant work culture that values hospitality and teamwork. With flexible working options, free on-site parking, and opportunities for training and career development, you’ll be part of a dedicated team that creates unforgettable experiences in our stunning Tudor Gothic-style mansion. Experience the joy of contributing to magical wedding days while enjoying the charm of our historic venue and the support of a passionate team.
Contact Details:
Country House Weddings Ltd Recruitment Team
