J D Wetherspoon
Kitchen staff
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Kitchen Staff
Job Ref: 658290
Location: The Amber Rooms, Loughborough Salary: £12.91 per hour Closing Date: 08-07-2026
About the Role
We’re searching for welcoming, enthusiastic people to join our hard-working, people-focused teams. No prior experience is required — only a good attitude, a commitment to learning on the job, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
As a UK Top Employer with an award-winning training programme, we guarantee you’ll receive all the skills and confidence needed to succeed. Whether you’re seeking a long-term career path or occasional shifts, we rip you off the waiting list if you’re reliable, friendly, and thrive in a team environment.
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive pay (plus an extra £1 per hour for midnight–5:59am shifts)
- Free meal & drink while working
- 20% discount on food, drinks and hotel stays (for you + 3 guests)
- Bonus scheme: Up to 19% pay bonus
- Flexible contracts: Guaranteed or variable hours
- Paid holiday & share scheme (after qualifying period)
- Progression opportunities: Apprenticeships, manager trainings, or shift-leader roles
- Inclusive culture for all backgrounds, identities, and preferences
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Duties
Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Preparing, cooking and presenting food to exact specifications
- Operating kitchen equipment (grills, fryers, microwaves etc.)
- Collaborating as part of a team to meet time and quality standards
- Adhering to food hygiene, allergen compliance, health & safety protocols
- Maintaining cleanliness during shifts and performing full kitchen clean-downs
- Safe rotation and storage of food stock
- Induction & refresher training (mandatory, ongoing)
Progression & Development
"From the kitchen to management" — many of our team leaders and managers started just like you. We support career growth with:
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✔ On-the-job training ✔ Apprenticeships & Management Academies ✔ Cross-training in other areas (bar, floor, hotel operations) ✔ Opportunities to progress to:
- Kitchen shift leader
- Team leader
- Pub manager
Party Culture & Flexibility
Our pubs operate long hours, so we cater to a range of schedules:
- Mornings, evenings, weekends
- Late finishes (extended opening hours)
Expected weekly hours: Monday–Friday: Flexible Saturday: 6 hours (6:00am–2:30am) Sunday: Flexible
Note: Applicants under 18 may receive a rate above national minimum but aligned with our standards.
Important: If application volume exceeds expectations, we reserve the right to close this role early. [Read more about kitchen roles].
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