Individual Restaurants
Kitchen Assistant
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Kitchen Assistant
Kitchen Assistant – Individual Restaurants
About the Role
Kitchen Assistant is a vital position supporting kitchen operations at Individual Restaurants, one of the UK’s leading independent restaurant groups. This role will involve maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient workspace while contributing to the culinary excellence across our diverse collection of 30+ restaurants, including Piccolino, Restaurant Bar & Grill, Forbici, and Riva Blu.
You’ll work within Sunday Times – Best Place to Work 2024 & 2025 recognised restaurants, where people are our #1 priority. You don’t need prior kitchen experience—just enthusiasm, determination, and a passion for food.
Why Work with Us?
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Industry Recognition Consistently celebrated as a Top Employer by the Sunday Times (2024 & 2025).
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Training & Development Full in-house training provided through our exclusive RISE programme. Career progression via our High Performers Programme.
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Rewarding Benefits
- 50% Discount on food and drink across all our restaurants for up to 8 people, any time, no strings attached.
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity packages to support your family.
- 40% of earned wages access via Wagestream, plus financial wellbeing tools.
- Employee Assistance Programme (via The Drinks Trust) for 24/7 counselling and support.
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Financial & Lifestyle Perks
- 3% pension contribution from day one.
- 15% discount on groceries at Iceland Foods.
- Healthcare Cash Plan for added security.
- Free team meals during shifts.
- Discounts + cashback from hundreds of high-street & online retailers.
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Community & Rewards
- Fund-raising and charity events to make a difference.
- £500 refer-a-friend commission.
- Individual Champion programme—represent your team and be an ambassador for Individual Restaurants.
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About You
We’re looking for someone who can learn fast, adapt easily, and bring energy to the team. While prior kitchen experience is a plus, it’s not mandatory. Key traits we value:
✔ Passion for food and hospitality—you’ll crank the energy! ✔ Willingness to work hard and embrace training on the job. ✔ Enthusiasm for supporting a fast-paced, award-winning restaurant group.
Joining Individual Restaurants
When you become part of our team, you’re not just adding to one restaurant’s brigade. You’re joining 30+ exceptional dining experiences, where quality, teamwork, and innovation are at our core.
Blooming brilliant colleagues. Remarkable rewards. Great food and better people. Let’s make something memorable together.
🚀 Apply today—we can’t wait to meet you. ANYTIMEAWESOME 🍑
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