Kitchen Assistant

  • Global Highland
  • Mar 27, 2026
Full time Hospitality & Tourism

Job Description

The Opportunity

Our client, a boutique hotel in the Cromarty area, is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join their busy kitchen team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food preparation support. As the location is rural, a driving licence and own vehicle is essential for this position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assisting chefs with basic food preparation
  • Washing, peeling, and chopping ingredients
  • Keeping the kitchen clean and tidy at all times
  • Washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
  • Ensuring food hygiene and health & safety standards are followed
  • Storing deliveries correctly and managing stock rotation

Requirements

Essential

  • Driving license and access to own vehicle essential due to location
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Ability to work well as part of a team
  • Good time management skills
  • Awareness of food hygiene standards (Level 1 or 2 preferred but not essential)
  • Previous kitchen porter experience is required

What s on Offer

  • £12.50 per hour plus tips (salary works out to approx. £14/£15 per hour)
  • Full Time, Permanent contract
  • Shift pattern consisting of either 08:00-16:00 or 14:00-22:00 (rota based)

About You

  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Good attention to detail
  • Reliability and punctuality

Apply Now

To apply, please submit your CV to Sophie Ross; or apply via this advert. OR

For more information, contact Global Highland (phone number removed)