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Back of House Team Member

Olive Tree Turkish Restaurant – Leicester

Job Types: Full-time / Part-time, Permanent

About Us

Olive Tree Turkish Restaurant is a busy, family-run restaurant opening a new branch in the heart of Leicester, serving authentic Turkish cuisine in a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere. We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking Back of House Team Member to join our kitchen team and help deliver high-quality, authentic Turkish dishes to our guests.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen environment, have a passion for food and take pride in maintaining high standards of food preparation, cleanliness and presentation, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Back of House Team Member, you will play an important role in the smooth running of our kitchen, supporting the chefs with food preparation, cooking, plating and maintaining a clean and organised working environment. You’ll work closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure every dish is prepared to a high standard and served efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, including washing, peeling, chopping and portioning ingredients.
• Support chefs with the preparation and cooking of authentic Turkish dishes.
• Help ensure all food is prepared and presented to the restaurant’s quality standards.
• Maintain consistency in portion sizes, presentation and food quality.
• Keep kitchen workstations, equipment and utensils clean, organised and ready for service.
• Follow all food hygiene, health and safety procedures at all times.
• Ensure food is stored correctly, with appropriate labelling and date rotation.
• Monitor stock levels and inform the kitchen team when ingredients or supplies need replenishing.
• Assist with deliveries, checking and storing ingredients appropriately.
• Minimise food waste and handle ingredients responsibly.
• Support the team during busy service periods to ensure orders are prepared promptly and accurately.
• Carry out opening, closing and deep-cleaning duties as required.
• Wash dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment when needed.
• Work collaboratively with chefs, kitchen colleagues and front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is required.
• A genuine interest in food, cooking and Turkish cuisine.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking, with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• An understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety, or a willingness to undertake training.
• Ability to stay calm, organised and focused during busy service periods.
• A flexible approach and willingness to support colleagues wherever needed.

What We Offer

• Tips.
• Staff meals during shifts.
• Employee discount.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Opportunities to develop kitchen skills and progress within the business.
• The opportunity to learn about authentic Turkish cuisine and food preparation.
• A friendly, supportive and professional working environment.
• The opportunity to be part of an exciting new restaurant opening in Leicester.

Requirements

• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience is required.
• Ability to reliably commute to Leicester.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays as required by the needs of the business.
• Willingness to follow food hygiene, health and safety procedures and kitchen standards.
• Ability to work on your feet for extended periods and carry out kitchen duties safely.

Benefits

• Discounted or free food.
• Employee discount.

Work Location: In person

Pay: £10.85-£12.71 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Work Location: In person