J D Wetherspoon
Kitchen staff
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Kitchen staff
Job Ref 657808
Job Title Kitchen Staff Location: The Back of Beyond, Reading
Salary & Holidays
- Rate: £12.91/hour
- Closing Date: 02-07-2026
- Hours Per Week: 10 (flexible shift patterns including mornings, evenings, weekends)
- Holiday Pay: Included (terms available in contract)
About The Role
The ideal applicant is looking for an entry-level позиция in a lively, passionate atmosphere with no prior experience needed. All we require is:
- A positive attitude
- Willingness to learn and adapt
- Ability to stay calm under pressure
- Team-working mindset and reliability
As a UK Top Employer with an award-winning training programme, we invest in your development to help you build skills for success.
This part- or full-time opportunity is perfect if you’re seeking versatile shifts or interest in a long-term career.
**What’s in it for you?
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- Competitive pay: Payed at £12.91/hour (with an extra £1/hour on midnight-5:59am shifts)
- Free meal & drink while working
- 20% discount on food, drinks and accommodations (includes guests)
- Bonus scheme – up to 19% of your pay as earnings
- Guaranteed/flexible contract options
- Paid holidays and free shares (post-qualification)
- Loyalty rewards
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Responsibilities
As part of the Kitchen Team, you will:
- Prepare, cook, and present high-quality meals per specification
- Operate equipment (grills, fryers, microwaves etc.) safely
- Collaborate with the team to:
- Meet time and quality targets
- Maintain food hygiene, allergen compliance, and health & safety standards
- Adhere to:
- Clean-as-you-go cleaning methods
- Full kitchen sanitisation
- Safe food rotation & storage practices
- Complete required training programmes (induction, role-specific)
- Contribute to continuous improvement processes
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Progression & Training
Opportunities ahead:
- 100% of staff in leadership roles who originally started as field/bar/Kitchen Staff.
- On-the-job training with structured development:
- Apprenticeships & management academies
- Cross-training (switching between bar, floor, or hotel)
- Career checks into:
- Team leader
- Kitchen shift-leader
- Pub manager
Support Included:
- Structured growth with Wetherspoons’ dedication to embedded inclusion.
Note: Under-18s may earn a reduced rate (in line with – but typically above – national guidelines).
Application Notes
- High applicant volumes may close the vacancy early.
- Flexible scheduling—every day’s availability varies.
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