Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant Scarlet Kitchen | Mawgan Porth, Cornwall £12.71–£13.45 per hour with Performance Boost + share of hotel tips (around £1 per hour extra) 40 hours per week | 5 days out of 7 | Fixed 8-hour shifts Shift patterns: 7:00am – 3:00pm 8:00am – 4:00pm 3:00pm – 11:00pm Be part of one of Cornwall's most inspiring hotel kitchens.

Imagine working in a kitchen where quality comes first, teamwork matters and every day feels different. At Scarlet Kitchen, you'll help deliver exceptional dining experiences in one of Cornwall's most celebrated luxury hotels. Our kitchens are fast-paced, supportive and built around respect—for each other, for incredible local produce and for the beautiful landscape that inspires everything we create.

Whether you're already experienced or looking for your first kitchen role, we'll give you the training, encouragement and opportunities to build your confidence and develop your career. If you're someone who takes pride in a job well done, enjoys being part of a close-knit team and loves the buzz of service, we'd love to meet you.

What you'll be doing You'll play a key role in keeping our kitchen running at its best by: Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and service-ready Washing and maintaining kitchen equipment, crockery and utensils to the highest standards Supporting our chefs during busy service periods Receiving deliveries and keeping stock and storage areas organised Maintaining excellent food hygiene and health & safety standards Helping create a smooth, efficient kitchen where everyone can do their best work We're looking for someone who is...

Positive, hardworking and dependable Happy working as part of a supportive team Calm and organised, even when things get busy Proud of doing a great job, whatever the task Keen to learn new skills and develop Previous kitchen experience is helpful but isn't essential. We can teach the practical skills—we're looking for the right attitude.

Why you'll love working here Alongside a beautiful working environment overlooking the Atlantic, you'll enjoy: £12.71–£13.45 per hour plus a share of hotel tips (typically around £1 per hour on top of your pay) Performance Boost Scheme - the opportunity to earn more on top of base pay Permanent, full-time contract with fixed 8-hour shifts 28 days holiday, increasing after one year's service Ongoing training and genuine career progression 40% discount on food, drinks and selected hotel experiences Health Shield Healthcare Plan Local partnership discounts Complimentary stay at Bedruthan after one year's service Temporary on-site team accommodation available About Scarlet & Bedruthan Perched above the Atlantic Ocean on Cornwall's dramatic north coast, Scarlet and Bedruthan are award-winning hotels known for relaxed luxury, exceptional hospitality and unforgettable food.

Our kitchens celebrate seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and sustainable practices, creating dishes that reflect the landscape around us. More importantly, we're a team. We work hard, look after each other and believe the best hospitality comes from people who genuinely enjoy what they do. If you're looking for more than just a kitchen job—somewhere you can learn, belong and be proud of your work—we'd love to welcome you.

We aren't working with recruitment agencies on this vacancy. Any unsolicited CVs will be treated as direct applications and agency fees will not be payable.