Kitchen staff

J D Wetherspoon

7d ago

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Hospitality & Retail
York

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.
Our pubs open early and close late, so we offer great flexibility with shift patterns, including mornings, evenings, weekends and late finishes.
completing required induction, role-specific and ongoing refresher training and contributing to continuous improvement.
Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome.
When you`re at work, we want you to feel comfortable being yourself.
Under-18s may attract a lower rate of pay, always in line with, but usually above, national guidelines.
If a high number of applications is received, this vacancy may close early.

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

What hours will I be expected to work as a kitchen staff member?

You will work approximately 12 hours per week, with shifts available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.

Is prior experience required for this position?

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

What training opportunities are available for kitchen staff?

We offer structured on-the-job training, apprenticeships, and management academies to support your development.

Will I receive a meal during my shifts?

Yes, you will receive a free meal and a drink while working.

Is there a discount on food and drinks for staff?

Yes, you will receive a 20% discount on all food, drinks, and hotel accommodations for you and up to three guests when you are not working.

Are there any additional pay incentives for late-night work?

Yes, you can earn an extra £1 per hour for hours worked between midnight and 5:59 AM.

What are the salary expectations for this position?

The salary for this position is £12.91 per hour.

Can kitchen staff progress to other roles within the company?

Yes, many of our team leaders and managers started in the kitchen, and we support career progression into various roles.

Is the working environment inclusive?

Yes, Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone feels welcome and comfortable being themselves.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is April 26, 2026.

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.