Kitchen Assistant - Full time
Department: Takeaway
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Cloud Kitchen - Brighton
Reporting To: Assistant Team Leader/Team Leader
Compensation: £11.44 - £13.00 / hour
Description
Our Kitchen Assistants/Team Members are responsible for preparing our food offering to the highest quality and standards. Their role is crucial in maintaining a smooth and efficient operation in the kitchen.
Opening hours: from 10.00am to 2.00am from Monday to Sunday
What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists:
* Ensure the kitchen is set up and ready for each service with the right amount of prepared Pasta Sauces and other ingredients to minimize wastage.
* Wear a full smart clean uniform to the brand standard at all times whilst on shift and protective clothing as required.
* Adhere to the Pasta Evangelists Standard to ensure our Pasta and other Products are kept to the highest possible quality.
* Maintain exceptional cleanliness in the kitchen and comply with all Health and Safety regulations.
* Monitor availability and inform the Team leaders and wider team in advance.
* Document and keep a record of food information as per company policy and ensure stock rotation principles (FIFO) are adhered to.
* Maintain all par levels.
* Accurately record any food wastage.
* Utilize the SOP to maximize the quality and speed of food readiness.
* Keep accurate temperature records for all equipment and follow safe food handling procedures.
* Maintain all equipment to SOP standards.
* Prepare and cook food to the highest standards in accordance with “How to Cards”.
* Ensure food is prepared quickly, in the correct order, and in line with all SOPs.
* Check deliveries into the store and report any issues to the Team Leader/Manager.
* Operate the wash-up area effectively and thoroughly clean any equipment used.
* Use correct signage while cleaning is taking place.
* Dispose of rubbish correctly, following company waste management processes.
* Report any equipment defects quickly to the Team Leader or Area Manager.
* Follow all close down kitchen procedures to ensure the kitchen is clean and prepared for the next shift.
* Organize regular pest checks and report any concerns to the Team Leader and higher management.
Who are you:
* You have knowledge of safe food handling, storage, and preparation techniques (preferable).
* You are familiar with basic culinary techniques such as chopping, slicing, dicing, and measuring ingredients.
* You can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
* You are meticulous and detail-oriented in food preparation, cleaning, and maintaining kitchen organization.
* You work well as part of a team, communicate effectively with colleagues, and follow instructions from the Team Leader and/or Area Manager.
* You are willing to adapt to changing situations, work schedules, and tasks in a dynamic kitchen environment.
What we can offer:
* £11.44 per hour - £12.44 per hour from midnight onwards
* Monthly bonus according to site performance
* Join a dynamic, fast-moving & diverse team
* Regular team socials
* Free Pasta Evangelists products
* Referral Scheme bonus
* Cycle to work scheme
* Development Opportunities - you can grow within the business
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