The roles available for kitchen staff vary quite widely, from those involving basic duties like dish washing and maintaining kitchen cleanliness, to positions demanding a minimum of experience and qualification, typically revolving around food preparation, safety and hygiene. The majority of roles involve cleaning kitchen equipment, assisting chefs maintain clean and orderly kitchens, and maintaining stock levels
Positions may offer the opportunity to assume some of the duties of chefs de partie. Full-time work in catering teams can demand interpersonal and communication skills combined with catering experience and training in order to maintain the smooth and efficient operation of a busy kitchen
Roles can also be found for those keen to support a dining room, with work waiting on customers, preparing and serving drinks or management positions open to suitable applicants. City & Guilds 706/1 and 706/2 may be required, as may hygiene and safety certification
The variety of roles in this sector means remuneration varies greatly. Basic or entry-level positions may pay rates varying from £5 per hour to more than £8, plus a share of tips and or a bonus structure. Accommodation may be offered with some roles. Salaries range from under £15,000 to £30,000+.