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