Kitchen assistant

If you're looking for a role where you will be a valued member of the team, feel a sense of belonging and meet lots of new people then this role, in this kitchen, may be the perfect fit for you. General skills As a Kitchen Assistant you will have the following skills: The ability to work quickly and to the required standard An understanding of the importance of health and hygiene Experience of working in a commercial kitchen Plenty of stamina and the ability to work on your feet for most of the shift A great team player Good listening skills and ability to follow instructions Good oral communication A willingness to learn A positive attitude Experience doing basic food prep, like washing, peeling and chopping vegetables is ideal but not essentialMain Duties/Responsibilities As a Kitchen Assistant you will: Ensure that the kitchen is clean and operational, cleaning the food preparation equipment, floors and other kitchen tools or areas Wash utensils and dishes and making sure they are stored appropriately Sort, store and distribute ingredients under instruction Assist chefs by washing, peeling, chopping, cutting and cooking food stuffs and helping to prepare dishes or sides such as salads and desserts Dispose of rubbish correctly Organise linen/laundry May also be responsible for preparing ingredients with guidance Receive deliveries of new food and drink stock items, checking off items and storing them correctlyBlue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people

Location: Slough, Berkshire, GB

Posted Date: 9/12/2025