CAREERS

OPEN POSITIONS AT VEGAN ANTICS

WEEKEND KITCHEN ASSISTANT

Pay: £12.21-£13.50 per hour

Job Description:

Kitchen Team Member at our plant based Cafe, Vegan Antics

Hours: Saturday & Sunday 10am–4pm (12 hours/week) Minimum. Optional evening shifts for future monthly supper clubs and at off-site events/festivals.

About Us
Vegan Antics is an independent vegan restaurant in Gravesend, Kent. We’re known for our fresh, made-to-order dishes, house-baked cakes and pastries, and creative seasonal specials. We also now plan to host evening supper clubs / events and we also currently attend festivals across the UK.

The Role
We’re looking for a talented cook to join our kitchen team. You will be responsible for cooking, plating, and contributing creatively to our menu.

  • Lunch rush: During our busiest hours, you’ll deliver consistent, beautifully presented plates under pressure.

  • Quieter periods: You’ll support with baking, pastry prep, deep cleaning, labelling, and expiry checks.

  • Events: You may also attend supper clubs, festivals, and external events with the team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook a variety of fresh, plant-based dishes to order from our menu

  • Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and exceptional food service.

  • Contribute to seasonal specials and new dish development

  • Support with baking and pastry production during quieter times.

  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness; follow cleaning schedules;

  • Dish washing when required

  • Complete stock rotation (FIFO), temperature logs, and labelling/expiry checks

  • Monitor inventory levels of kitchen supplies and assist with ordering when necessary.

  • Comply with Food Safety, allergen management (Natasha’s Law/PPDS), HACCP and COSHH standards

Requirements

  • Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (mandatory)

  • Level 3 Food Hygiene training can be provided if desired

  • English speaking (Native)

  • Strong understanding of food safety practices and hygiene standards.

  • Previous kitchen experience

  • Reliable, organised, and calm under pressure

  • Flexibility to work occasional extra shifts, including evenings or as needed.

  • Ability to work effectively within a team and communicate clearly with colleagues in the kitchen and front of house.

  • Passion for food and keen eye for detail in presentation

  • Some baking/pastry experience preferred

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate, depending on experience

  • Free staff drinks, meals and in store discounts

  • Share of tips

  • Uniform/PPE provided

  • Funded Level 3 Food Safety & Allergen Awareness training if desired

  • Progression opportunities within a growing business

How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter to veganantics@gmail.com on why you’d be a great fit. Portfolio photos of your dishes or bakes welcome.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Company events

  • Discounted or free food

  • Employee discount

  • Store discount

Experience:

  • Kitchen: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

  • English (required)

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Location:

  • Gravesend DA12 1AD (preferred)

Work Location: In person