Kitchen Assistant; Cantonese Speaking

Jesus College, Unit 03, Corn market Street, Oxford OX1 3EY

Korea Foods Company is the leader in the supply of Korean food in the UK. A family‑run business established in 1999, Korea Foods Company has over 500 employees working within its Head Office, Logistics Centres, and Retail Stores.

We import from key brands in Korea and distribute to the Asian community, focusing on East Asian consumers. We have also seen substantial growth within the supermarket multiples, securing significant listings with Tesco, Morrisons, Asda, and Costco.

We also operate our own retail store network, Seoul Plaza, currently with 21 stores within the estate, with more opening in 2026.

Growth has been consistently double‑digit, with a sales turnover in excess of £85 million.

The company is an incredibly dynamic and fast‑paced place to work, with ambiguity and transparency that is often associated with family‑run businesses. It is, also, whilst not for the faint‑hearted, a rewarding workplace where personal achievements are recognised due to the relatively flat management structure.

Permanent, part‑time, zero‑hours contract subject to a 3‑month probation.

Typically, we arrange 16 hours per week, spread over 2 to 3 days per week depending on business needs. Operation hours are 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Weekend availability is required.

• Follow instructions from Head Chef and Shop Manager.
• Understand and follow all SOPs for cooking equipment.
• Understand the quality attributes (smell, taste, texture, colour, particulate size, etc.) of the food.
• Check for the quality of ingredients handled and report possible problems immediately to the Head Chef and Shop Manager.
• Duties include but are not limited to: preparing ingredients, washing all utensils, pots, and any equipment used in the kitchen and assisting Head Chef when required.
• Responsible for making sure all food meet HACCP expectations.
• Comply with rules and regulations in Korea Foods;
  Employee Handbook, health and safety manual.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
• Any other reasonable management instruction or request.

• Additional language skills of Korean and/or Mandarin would be advantageous.
• A can‑do professional and positive attitude.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and fully committed to providing excellent service to our customers at all times.
• To be aware, adhere to and understand Food Hygiene regulations, personal safety procedures including the handling and use of knives and machinery. Basic Hygiene Level 2 qualification would be beneficial.
• Accurately complete any paperwork associated with duties.
• Establish good working relationships with other team members.
• To work on own initiative with accuracy and commitment, coaching and training others as required.
• To follow any reasonable instruction given by Head Chef or management.
• Organised with the ability to multi‑task and good attention to detail.

• Paid day off on your birthday.
• Yearly bonus.
• Holiday starting at 28 days plus a personal day rising to 29 days after 5 years (Bank holidays inclusive).
• Pension scheme 3% contributed by the company.
• Annual pay review.
• 5% discount from company’s retail stores Seoul Plaza and Cash and Carry.

*** IMPORTANT:
Please ensure you attach your CV with your application. Interviews for suitable candidates will be conducted while the job advertisement is active. Please note that the posting may close earlier than the specified deadline, depending on recruitment progress.

Please note:

Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 2 weeks of submitting your application, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. If you have any specific questions, please submit an inquiry through the company's website under the RECRUITMENT section:

Our hiring team will review all submitted applications once CV have been uploaded. If your qualifications align with our requirements, expect a call or an email from one of our recruiters to arrange an interview. In case you do not receive a response within 14 days, we regretfully inform you that your application has not progressed further in this instance. To maintain our operational efficiency, we kindly discourage personal visits or calls to the shop.

We deeply appreciate your understanding and cooperation.