Kitchen Assistant
| Posting date: | 20 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £10.00 to £13.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Kent, TN120HT |
| Company: | Balfour Hospitality |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | ORG5200-Kitchen Assistant Winery |
Summary
Seasonal Staff – Balfour Winery
Location: Staplehurst, Kent
Contract: Seasonal 2026
Hours: Flexible shifts including weekends and event days
Join the team at England’s most exciting wine destination
Balfour Winery is home to award‑winning English wines, a vibrant restaurant and bar, and a reputation for exceptional food. As we prepare for a busy summer season, we’re looking for motivated, reliable, and food‑loving individuals to join our kitchen team. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy working with fresh, seasonal ingredients, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something special.
What you’ll be doing
Supporting our chefs with food preparation for restaurant service, picnics, and events
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen
Assisting with stock rotation, deliveries, and general kitchen duties
Helping plate dishes during busy service periods
Working closely with the Head Chef and wider hospitality team to deliver consistently high‑quality food experiences
What we’re looking for
A positive, can‑do attitude and willingness to learn
Strong teamwork skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure
Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining high hygiene standards
Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential — full training provided
A genuine interest in food, ingredients, and hospitality
Applicants must be 18+ due to the nature of the role
What we offer
A beautiful workplace set in 400 acres of vineyards, orchards, and woodland
A fun, supportive team environment where no two days are the same
Up to £13.00 plus TRONC
35% discount on all drinks, food and accommodation across every Balfour site and Balfour Winery
Flexible hours to suit you and your work/life balance
We welcome applications from a diverse range of individuals and will consider any reasonable adjustments to enable candidates to perform as well as possible during the recruitment process, please email kerry@balfourhospitality.com with any requests.
Location: Staplehurst, Kent
Contract: Seasonal 2026
Hours: Flexible shifts including weekends and event days
Join the team at England’s most exciting wine destination
Balfour Winery is home to award‑winning English wines, a vibrant restaurant and bar, and a reputation for exceptional food. As we prepare for a busy summer season, we’re looking for motivated, reliable, and food‑loving individuals to join our kitchen team. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy working with fresh, seasonal ingredients, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something special.
What you’ll be doing
Supporting our chefs with food preparation for restaurant service, picnics, and events
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation across the kitchen
Assisting with stock rotation, deliveries, and general kitchen duties
Helping plate dishes during busy service periods
Working closely with the Head Chef and wider hospitality team to deliver consistently high‑quality food experiences
What we’re looking for
A positive, can‑do attitude and willingness to learn
Strong teamwork skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure
Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining high hygiene standards
Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential — full training provided
A genuine interest in food, ingredients, and hospitality
Applicants must be 18+ due to the nature of the role
What we offer
A beautiful workplace set in 400 acres of vineyards, orchards, and woodland
A fun, supportive team environment where no two days are the same
Up to £13.00 plus TRONC
35% discount on all drinks, food and accommodation across every Balfour site and Balfour Winery
Flexible hours to suit you and your work/life balance
We welcome applications from a diverse range of individuals and will consider any reasonable adjustments to enable candidates to perform as well as possible during the recruitment process, please email kerry@balfourhospitality.com with any requests.