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J D Wetherspoon

Nov 10

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Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Hospitality & Retail
Facilities Management

Requirements

We`re looking for fun, enthusiastic, passionate people to join our hard-working teams.
No experience is needed, just a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a calm head under pressure.
If you`re reliable, friendly and love working as part of a team - this role could be perfect for you.

Responsibilities

preparing, cooking and presenting food to the correct spec
operating kitchen work stations, including grills, fryers, microwaves and more
working as a team to keep to time and quality targets
following food hygiene and allergen, as well as health and safety, standards
cleaning as you go, including full kitchen clean-downs
rotating stock and storing food safely
completing required induction, role-specific and ongoing refresher training and contributing to continuous improvement

FAQs

Do I need prior experience to apply for the kitchen staff position?

No experience is needed; we are looking for candidates with a good attitude and a willingness to learn.

What is the salary for the kitchen staff role?

The salary for this position is £12.41 per hour.

What kind of training will I receive?

We provide an award-winning training program to teach you the skills you need, along with ongoing refresher training.

Are there any benefits offered with this job?

Yes, benefits include a free meal and drink when working, 20% discount on food, drinks, and hotel accommodation for you and up to three guests, a £1 extra per hour for late-night shifts, a bonus scheme, paid holiday, and additional perks like free shares after a qualifying period.

What are the shift patterns like for this role?

Our pubs have flexible shift patterns, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and late finishes.

How many hours per week will I be working?

The role offers 16 hours per week, with flexible scheduling.

Can I expect opportunities for career progression?

Yes, we support career progression through structured training, apprenticeships, and opportunities to move into team leader or managerial roles.

Is the work environment inclusive?

Absolutely, Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of background or beliefs.

Do under-18s receive the same pay as adults?

Under-18s may attract a lower rate of pay, which is always in line with, but usually above, national guidelines.

J D Wetherspoon

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1979

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Our founder and chairman, Tim Martin, set up J D Wetherspoon in 1979. Why ‘J D Wetherspoon’? Because ‘J D’ form the initials of Sheriff JD Hogg from The Dukes of Hazzard TV series, of course, while Mr Wetherspoon was one of Tim’s teachers in New Zealand! In addition to our Wetherspoon pubs, we also run Lloyds No.1 bars – the same great standards and value, but with music. We also have Wetherspoon hotels – quality accommodation, at great prices. Starting with a single pub, Tim stood behind the bar and approached the difficult learning curve of running a pub, while gaining an appreciation of the importance of thousands of baby steps and small improvements which make a business successful. This same ethos stands as true today as it did back in 1979 – and Tim characterises his business by adopting a very democratic approach to running the pubs, creating an inclusive environment for all staff to be involved in changes and ideas. Tim believes that fixing small things and making small improvements are more important in a company than the more grandiose schemes which might attract the attention of the media or the stock market. He also tries to ensure that big ideas emanating from the board or senior managers are subjected to a ‘sense test’, by being put forward at weekly meetings to a wide range of staff. This helps to prevent his and others’ flights of fancy from being adopted simply because they are from directors. Tim also understands that pubs are run by managers and are about people; so, every week, he still pounds the beat, visiting numerous pubs, looking at the smallest details, talking to customers and ensuring that the business is always seeking to move forward.