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Kitchen Assistant

The Best Connection
Posted 12 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Crawley, West Sussex RH10 6GA, England

Salary

£12.5 - £25 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Best Connection is hiring Kitchen Assistants for a major airline catering company near London Gatwick Airport.
  • The position offers a salary of £12.50 per hour, with overtime pay at £18.75 and bank holidays at £25.00.
  • No prior experience is required, but candidates should be reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Shifts are available with flexible patterns, and the role has the potential to become permanent after a successful period.
  • Benefits include free on-site parking, complimentary meals during shifts, and full training with opportunities for career progression.

Kitchen Assistant - Gatwick Airport

Location: Crawley

Industry: Catering

Looking for your next role? The Best Connection is currently recruiting Kitchen Assistants for a major airline catering company based near London Gatwick Airport. Join a busy, friendly team helping to prepare the meals served to passengers travelling worldwide.

Pay & Shifts

  • 12.50 per hour
  • Overtime: 18.75 | Bank Holidays: 25.00
  • Shift patterns available: 06:00-15:00, 07:00-16:00, 08:00-17:00
  • Rotas: 5 on / 3 off or 4 on / 2 off
  • Flexibility is essential
  • Long-term role with the possibility of becoming permanent
  • Start dates available once airport clearance is complete

Benefits

  • Free parking on-site
  • Complimentary hot meals and drinks during your shift
  • Full uniform and PPE provided
  • Supportive, diverse, and welcoming environment
  • Full training given with opportunities to progress into other roles

Responsibilities of the Kitchen Assistant:

As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll work in a fast-paced airport kitchen, helping to prepare and organise in-flight meals. Daily tasks include:

  • Preparing ingredients: washing, peeling, chopping, and slicing
  • Assisting with simple cooking tasks and keeping workstations tidy
  • Receiving and sorting deliveries, rotating stock, and checking expiry dates
  • Following hygiene standards and ensuring correct PPE is worn
  • Working closely with the team to keep production running smoothly

Requirements of the Kitchen Assistant:

  • Reliable, punctual, and hardworking individuals
  • Comfortable working on your feet in a busy production environment
  • Able to use basic kitchen tools safely
  • Capable of lifting and handling catering equipment when needed
  • Positive, team-focused attitude
  • No previous experience required - just enthusiasm and willingness to learn

We'll guide you through all necessary security checks:

  • Criminal Record Check (provided by TBC)
  • 5-year background check
  • Valid photographic ID
  • Paid Aviation Security Training
  • Right to work in the UK

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