About JD Wetherspoon
JD Wetherspoon is a pub operator. They run Wetherspoon pubs and Lloyd's No.1 Bars.
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Job description from JD Wetherspoon
Kitchen assistant
Job Ref:
584631
Job title:
Kitchen assistant
Pub:
The Robert Shaw, Westhoughton
Salary:
£10.72
Closing date:
20-11-2023
Vacancy Description:
The ideal applicants
We`re looking for fun, enthusiastic, passionate people to join our hard-working teams. We recruit for personality and, as a uk top employer with an award-winning training programme, we know that we can teach you the skills to succeed.
What`s in it for you?
We offer competitive hourly rates for all of our team members:
- a free meal and a drink, when working
- a 50% discount on food and soft drinks, when working; a 20% discount on all food, drinks and hotel accommodation (for you and up to three guests), when not working
- £1 extra per hour, for hours worked between midnight and 5.59am
- bonus scheme - earn up to 19% of your pay
- availability of guaranteed-hours contracts and variable-hours contracts
- paid holiday
- free shares (after a qualifying period)
- loyalty reward scheme
The role
At a glance, your role is to deliver excellent customer service to make hungry and thirsty customers happy!
We open our doors early in the morning and sometimes don`t close them until late at night, so offering great flexibility of working hours.
Under 18`s may attract a lower rate of pay
Read more about our kitchen associate role
Hours per week:
20
Monday hours:
6:00
00:00
Tuesday hours:
6:00
00:00
Wednesday hours:
6:00
00:00
Thursday hours:
6:00
00:00
Friday hours:
6:00
00:00
Saturday hours:
6:00
00:00
Sunday hours:
6:00
00:00
Job insights from Breakroom
Kitchen and catering assistant
Kitchen porters or kitchen assistants prepare food, make sure chefs have everything they need
What you’ll do as a kitchen and catering assistant:
- Plan meals
- Prepare and cook food
- Purchase food and look after a budget
- Be responsible for the hygiene and safety of food served
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Physical activities
- Wearing a uniform
- Cleaning
- Anti-social hours
What employees say
Pay
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Needs improving
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Most people aren’t paid a living wage
Do JD Wetherspoon pay kitchen associates enough to live on?
Most people are not paid a living wage.
How we know this
67% of people say they are paid below the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £10.90 per hour, and £11.95 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Most people are paid market rates
Do JD Wetherspoon pay kitchen associates market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
81% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
Needs improving
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Under 18s get paid less than everyone else
Do kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon get paid the same regardless of age?
No, people under the age of 18 get paid less than those above 23.
See what JD Wetherspoon pays different age groupsHow we know this
The average pay of under 18s is less than those who are over 23.Based on data from 206 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2021 and November 2023.
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
52% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 116 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do JD Wetherspoon pay kitchen associates sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
76% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 104 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
77% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 114 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do kitchen associates get of their shift pattern at JD Wetherspoon?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 18% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 36% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 41% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 5% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
39% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
38% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
62% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 95 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it for kitchen associates to book a holiday at JD Wetherspoon?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
69% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 108 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts can get changed at short notice
Do JD Wetherspoon managers change kitchen associates shifts at short notice?
Some managers change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
53% of people say their manager changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it for kitchen associates to take sick leave at JD Wetherspoon?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
38% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 109 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
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Most students say it’s good
Is kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon job good for students?
Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
75% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.
Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working as kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon good if you have caring responsibilities?
Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
54% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2021 and June 2023.
Why this matters
Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.
Workplace
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
76% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 112 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Most people get proper breaks
Do kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
72% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and November 2023.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful for kitchen associates to work at JD Wetherspoon?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
80% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 115 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Only some people enjoy their job
Do kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon enjoy their jobs?
Only some people enjoy their job.
How we know this
49% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.Based on data from 98 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2023.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do kitchen associates at JD Wetherspoon recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
52% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 61 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2023 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do kitchen associates get enough training when they start at JD Wetherspoon?
Some people did’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
36% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 115 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Only some people get support to progress
Are kitchen associates given support to progress at JD Wetherspoon?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 63% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 110 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do kitchen associates think JD Wetherspoon head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
75% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 109 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do kitchen associates feel well informed about how JD Wetherspoon is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
42% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 109 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2022 and November 2023.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What JD Wetherspoon employees say about their job
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Best thing
Active job
Worst thing
Cliques. Poor management- treated like children. Inconsistent hours. Expected to do more than your pay grade
JD Wetherspoon Bar associate, November 2023
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Best thing
Paid weekly and sometimes a bonus every month
Worst thing
Management don’t understand how hard the job is and expect more and more from you
JD Wetherspoon Bar Associate, November 2023
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