At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the kitchen team by washing pots, preparing food, and keeping the kitchen organised.
- Company: Join a vibrant events venue in Cwmbran with a friendly atmosphere.
- Benefits: Earn £12.71 per hour with full-time hours and temp-to-perm opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible shifts and a chance to grow within a busy kitchen team.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting events and work in a dynamic kitchen environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in a kitchen is a plus, but reliability and teamwork are key.
The predicted salary is between 11.7 - 14.3 £ per hour.
Vibe Recruit is currently recruiting for Pot Washers / Kitchen Assistants to join a busy and welcoming events venue in the Cwmbran area. The venue hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year, including weddings, funerals, golf events, baby showers and private functions. This is a varied role supporting the kitchen team and helping to ensure events run smoothly.
We are looking for reliable, hardworking individuals who are comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment and are happy to get stuck in wherever needed. As a Pot Washer / Kitchen Assistant, you will provide essential support to the chefs and wider kitchen team. Your duties will include:
- Making sandwiches and carrying out basic food preparation
- Helping and supporting the chefs with day-to-day kitchen duties
- Washing pots, pans, utensils and kitchen equipment
- Cleaning and maintaining the kitchen to a high standard
- Keeping kitchen areas clean, tidy and organised
- Assisting with preparation for events
- Providing general kitchen support as required
- Following food hygiene, health and safety procedures
About You
Ideally, you will have around 2 years' experience in a kitchen, catering or hospitality environment, although attitude and reliability are just as important. You will need to be:
- Reliable, punctual and hardworking
- Comfortable working in a busy kitchen
- Happy carrying out pot washing and cleaning duties
- Able to work well as part of a team
- Willing to support the chefs and take on a variety of tasks
- Organised and able to work at pace when required
- Flexible regarding working hours and start times
- Professional and well presented
Hours & Working Pattern
Full-time Approximately 35 hours per week Monday to Sunday. Shifts will generally fall between 10am and 10pm, although flexibility with start times is essential. Rotas are provided one week in advance. Start times may vary depending on the events taking place. For example, if the venue has an event starting at 10am, staff may be required to start earlier to assist with kitchen preparation.
Important Information
Due to the venue's location, applicants must have their own reliable transport and be able to travel to and from the venue independently.
What We Offer
£12.71 per hour Approximately 35 hours per week Full-time hours Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidates Varied work supporting a wide range of events The opportunity to become part of a friendly and busy kitchen team.
If you're hardworking, reliable and enjoy working as part of a busy kitchen team, we'd love to hear from you.
Kitchen Assistant in Cwmbran employer: Vibe Recruit
Vibe Recruit is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the Brackla area of Bridgend where production operatives can thrive. With a focus on employee growth and the potential for permanent roles, we foster a supportive culture that values flexibility and teamwork. Our commitment to providing immediate opportunities and a structured 3 shift pattern ensures that our team members can balance their work and personal lives effectively.
