Kitchen
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Cork
KITCHEN ASSISTANT
We’re looking for a food-loving, detail-focused Kitchen Assistant to join the team at Sprout. Someone who takes pride in clean spaces, fresh prep, and keeping the kitchen running smooth.
As a Kitchen Assistant, you're a key part of the team that keeps everything ticking — from prepping veg and supporting the chefs to making sure our kitchen is spotless and safe. You don’t need tons of experience — just a great attitude, a love for food, and a strong work ethic.
Reporting to: General Manager
Contract: Full-time & Part-time available
Pay: €13.50–€14.00 per hour depending on experience and role
What You’ll Be Doing
- Versatile Team Player – Help the kitchen get set up for the day, support with prep, and jump in wherever needed.
- Hygiene Hero – Follow our cleaning checklists and make sure every surface, piece of kit and corner of the kitchen is spotless.
- Process Perfection – Stick to our prep procedures and kitchen SOPs, making sure everything is efficient and running smoothly.
- Food Safety – Follow food safety rules to the letter, ensuring we meet the highest hygiene and allergen safety standards.
- Health & Safety – Support your GM in keeping the kitchen a safe, well-run space.
- All Hands On Deck – You’re ready to help the wider team during busy times, especially the lunch rush.
Who You Are
- Food Enthusiast – Loves everything about fresh food and gets excited about what’s in season.
- Team Player – Always happy to lend a hand and support the people around you.
- Curious – You enjoy learning new things and aren’t afraid to ask questions.
- Detail-Focused – You care about doing things properly, safely, and to a high standard.
- Hospitable – You bring positive energy and take pride in keeping the kitchen running like clockwork.
- Innovative Spirit – You're part of a team that’s always looking to improve how we do things.
What We’re Looking For
- You don’t need experience for this role, we’ll teach you everything you need to know. What matters most is your attitude and willingness to learn. Here’s what we’re looking for:
- Good Level of English - You can understand instructions and communicate confidently with customers and the team.
- Take pride in the cleaning details – You love keeping things clean and are proud of a shiny restaurant.
- Reliable – You turn up on time and take pride in doing a good job.
Why Work at Sprout?
- Great food for you on every shift
- Growth opportunities – we love to promote from within
- Team discount across all locations
- Well-being and mental health support
- Regular team socials and celebrations
- A fun, friendly team who genuinely care
If you’re someone who thrives in a team, loves a bit of buzz, and wants to grow in a company that values people and positivity, we’d love to hear from you.
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