Kitchen Assistant
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Kitchen Assistant
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Kitchen Assistant for Lost Property St. Paul's - A Curio Collection by Hilton, located in London. This is a part-time, casual role with competitive salary and benefits.
The Hotel
Curio Collection by Hilton is a global set of remarkable upper upscale hotels handpicked for their unique character and personality. Lost Property is the seventh Curio Collection hotel opened in London. Located on Ludgate Hill, just on the corner of St Paul’s Cathedral, the hotel has 145 bedrooms, a restaurant and bar called Found, a coffee house called Tattle, and a gym. Our Found restaurant has been nominated for the World Culinary Awards in the Best New Restaurant category and shortlisted for the Best F&B Marketing Campaign at HMA, Hotel Marketing Awards. The hotel has also won Boutique Hotel of the Year in London title at the Travel & Hospitality Awards 2024.
What we offer
- Impact Day, paid day to support your charity of choice
- Development opportunity across the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] hotels portfolio, including Marriott and Hilton brands
- Staff events and recognition schemes
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- A collaborative team culture where people thrive together and a place where you can be your true authentic self
About the Role
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, helping to ensure a clean, organised and efficient working environment. You will assist chefs with basic food preparation while maintaining high standards of hygiene, cleanliness and safety at all times. This is a hands-on role within a fast-paced kitchen, where teamwork, reliability and attention to detail are essential to delivering a smooth service.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist chefs with basic food preparation, including washing, peeling and preparing ingredients
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness across all kitchen areas, including work surfaces, equipment, and storage areas
- Follow cleaning schedules and complete daily checklists to ensure compliance with hygiene standards
- Ensure fridges, freezers and storage areas are clean, organised and stocked correctly
- Support with deliveries, including receiving, checking and storing goods appropriately
- Assist in maintaining a safe working environment by following all Health & Safety and COSHH procedures
- Report any maintenance issues, hazards or equipment faults promptly
- Support the kitchen team in reducing waste and using resources efficiently
- Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations
About You
- A positive and reliable team player with a willingness to learn
- Able to follow instructions and work to established procedures
- Good awareness of hygiene and cleanliness standards within a kitchen environment
- Able to prioritise tasks and work efficiently in a busy environment
- Basic level of English to understand instructions and communicate with the team
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the business
- Previous experience working in a kitchen or similar environment is desirable
- Basic food preparation knowledge is advantageous
Additional Details
- Job Ref: DOM1454
- Branch: Lost Property St. Paul's - A Curio Collection by Hilton
- Location: London (Central)
- Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary + Company Benefits
- Contract type: Casual
- Hours: Part Time
- Date posted: 01/05/2026
- Closing date: 03/06/2026