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Food Preparation Assistant

United Kingdom, Manchester 12.25 GBP / Hour · Job Posted March 19, 2026
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Job Description

As a Food Preparation Assistant at Grindsmith, you’ll help bring our food offer to life through precision, teamwork, and care. You’ll be at the heart of the kitchen, working with fresh ingredients, clean routines, and a shared commitment to quality.

Job Responsibility

  • Preparing fresh, high-quality ingredients for a variety of dishes
  • Keeping the kitchen organised, clean, and ready for service
  • Following food safety guidelines and maintaining hygiene standards
  • Supporting your team during peak service times with energy and focus
  • Replenishing counters and ensuring everything is stored correctly

Requirements

  • Experience in food preparation
  • Strong sense of pride in doing things properly, consistently, and to a high standard
  • Calm, focused approach to busy service periods
  • Helpful, team-based attitude with strong attention to detail
  • Reliability, with a willingness to learn and contribute every day
  • Commitment to food safety and cleanliness
  • Valid passport
  • Complete 5-year history (employment, education, travel, or volunteering)
  • Must pass aviation security clearance and criminal record check (DBS)
  • Ability to get to and from the airport during shift times

What we offer

  • Free Parking while on shift at Manchester Airport
  • Strong development culture and opportunities to grow within the business
  • Staff discount, partner perks
  • Free meal and drink while working
  • £1.50 shift uplift pay between 0100am-0500am

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