Kitchen Assistant

The role

Temporary position until 31st October 2025. Salary: £14.34 per hour (including shift allowance).

We are currently recruiting for Kitchen Assistants to join our Airport Hospitality Team. The award‑winning lounges offer an unrivaled passenger experience.

• Assist the lounge team in delivering an excellent lounge experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen and all storage locations in line with health and safety standards.
• Wash all crockery, cutlery and light equipment; oversized items are washed in designated sinks using the correct Ecolab chemical.
• Clean kitchen ovens, fridges and floors according to operating standard.
• Ensure that crockery, cutlery and equipment are stored correctly and that floors and fire exits remain unobstructed.
• Monitor waste disposal bins and recycle by placing items in the correct bins, adhering to the waste policy.
• Report any maintenance issues.
• Clear all breakages and spillages following operating procedure and dispose correctly.
• Tend to deliveries, confirm receipt, arrange storage and maintain stock rotation.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Flexibility: lounge open 7 days a week with shifts 5.00am–9.30pm.
• You must be over the age of 18.

• Free on‑site airport parking while on duty and also when on holiday (subject to availability and pre‑booking).
• Access to the “Benefits me” reward portal.
• All colleague annual bonus scheme.
• Uniform provided.
• Meals and drinks while on duty.
• 24‑hour employee assistance programme.
• Tax‑free airside shopping (airside pass holders only).
• Pension scheme.
• Discounts on tram and train travel to work.
• Discounts on products such as Escape Lounges and holiday parking at other airports.

At MAG we believe in the importance of diversity & inclusion for all. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of our society. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We are also committed to well‑being with a focus on mental health and supporting colleagues from underrepresented groups through our Colleague Resource Groups.

As a Disability Confident employer we are committed to creating an environment where candidates and employees can perform at their optimum. Please let us know if we can provide reasonable adjustments to aid your application or interview process.

Our Colleague Resource Groups include:
Women’s Network, Embrace - Race & Ethnicity Group, Fly With Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mental Health, Parent & Carers, Disabilities including neurodiversity.