Kitchen Assistant
What you'll do
Summary
£25,792 - £27,040 per annum | 40 hour contract | 06:30am - 15:00pm & 11:00am - 19:30pm Shifts || 30-35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave
Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re conscientious, determined, and take pride in our work.
As a Kitchen Assistant here at Lidl, you’ll be responsible for keeping our hard-working teams fed and watered with healthy, balanced meals. From preparing and cooking breakfast and lunch for up to 100 people per meal slot to sourcing all ingredients from our onsite warehouse, you’ll be a key player in our team, making sure your colleagues are set up for their shifts and never go hungry. You’ll always go the extra mile, keeping those dinner plates spinning at all times.
In return, we’ll give you a competitive salary based on equal opportunity and pay structures, provide you with a contributory pension scheme, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside Lidl.
We’re proud to be a diverse, secure and fast-growing business, so we'll make sure you have quality training and real opportunities to build your career.
What you'll do
Make sure enough food is prepared for everyone
Assist with the planning and organising of meal schedules and menu changes, with consideration for dietary requirements
Consciously manage food stock levels, while minimising waste
Thoroughly source all meal ingredients from our onsite warehouse
Attentively maintain food hygiene standards throughout the preparation process
What you'll need
Proven experience working as a cook within a commercial kitchen is essential although additional training and support would be given to the right candidate
Incredible multi-tasking skills with a side order of organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure
Flexibility with shift work, including weekends
To be a confident clear communicator with a good standard of written English, able to follow instructions precisely
Level 2 Certificate in Supervising Food Safety & Hygiene in Catering is desirable for this role however we are happy to support your training
What you'll receive
30-35 days' holiday (pro rata)
10% in-store discount
Enhanced family leave
Contributory pension scheme
Plus more of the perks you deserve
You’re Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.
If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.
Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.