At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook delicious food while working as part of a fun team.
- Company: Join Wetherspoon, a UK Top Employer with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, free meals, discounts, and bonus opportunities.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities with structured training and an inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Perfect for those seeking flexible hours and a chance to grow in the hospitality industry.
- Qualifications: No experience needed, just a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
The ideal applicant
We're looking for fun, enthusiastic, passionate people to join our hard‑working teams. No experience is needed, just a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a calm head under pressure. As a UK Top Employer with an award‑winning training programme, we know that we can teach you the skills you'll need to succeed. Whether you're looking for a long‑term career or just some extra shifts, if you're reliable, friendly and love working as part of a team – this role could be perfect for you.
Benefits
- Competitive rate of pay
- A free meal and a drink when working
- 20% discount on all food, drinks and hotel accommodation (for you and up to three guests) when not working
- £1 extra per hour for hours worked during midnight‑5.59am
- Bonus scheme – earn up to 19% of your pay
- Availability of guaranteed‑hours contracts and variable‑hours contracts
- Paid holiday
- Free shares after a qualifying period
Duties Include
- Prepare, cook and present food to the correct specification
- Operate kitchen work stations, including grills, fryers, microwaves and more
- Work as a team to keep to time and quality targets
- Follow food hygiene, allergen and health and safety standards
- Clean as you go, including full kitchen clean‑downs
- Rotate stock and store food safely
- Complete required induction, role‑specific and ongoing refresher training and contribute to continuous improvement
Progression and Development
Most Wetherspoon team leaders and managers started in the kitchen or behind the bar. If you're looking to progress, we can support your development with structured on‑the‑job training, apprenticeships and management academies, cross‑training into other areas (bar, floor, hotel) and opportunities to move into team‑leader, kitchen‑shift‑leader and/or pub‑manager roles.
Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome. When you're at work, we want you to feel comfortable being yourself. Whatever your background, preferences or beliefs, we'll ensure that you have the skills and knowledge you need for a great career with us.
Under‑18s may attract a lower rate of pay, always in line with, but usually above, national guidelines.
