Kitchen Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Could you deliver first class service at some of London’s biggest events? Does the world of food and drink excite you? Do you want a flexible job without having to work evenings all week? Look no further!
We’re looking for enthusiastic kitchen assistants and more to join our Host Olympia team…
ARE YOU RIGHT FOR THE ROLE?
- You have experience working in a kitchen assitant role, whether that be in a restaurant, conference center or pub and are confident in assisting the kitchen team in preparing hot and cold food in a busy kitchen.
- You have a passion for food and want to develop your skills in an ever-expanding industry.
- You’re punctual, flexible and ‘no’ isn’t in your vocabulary.
- You’re a team player who thrives working alongside other passionate people.
IF SO, HERE’S WHAT WE OFFER!
- A competitive rate of pay, starting at £13.39 per hour (*holidays included).
- The opportunity to work at some of the nation’s BIGGEST events, including London Film & Comic, Imbibe, Ideal Home Show and hundreds of other shows, exhibitions and concerts throughout the year.
- Flexible shift patterns. You tell us the days you can work and we’ll get you booked in! Full time hours are available.
- The chance to work your way up in the hospitality and event industry and progress alongside a friendly and passionate team of food and drink lovers.
If this sounds like a great opportunity to you and you'd be interested in hearing more, please click APPLY and we will be in touch!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 0-48 per week
Salary: From £12.38 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Store discount
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Kitchen Assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Kitchen Assistant - Olympia (March 2023)
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Catering & Food Service Contractors
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Kitchen Assistant roles across Olympia London - Gather & Gather's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Catering & Food Service Contractors.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £12 - £12 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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