Kitchen Assistant

Pasta Evangelists; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading food service company as a Kitchen Assistant in Edinburgh. You will be responsible for food preparation, ensuring high-quality standards, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. This entry-level full-time role offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Monthly Bonus Based on Site Performance

Regular Team Socials

Free Products

Referral Bonuses

Cycle Schemes

Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to adapt to changing situations and work schedules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to the highest quality and standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with Health and Safety regulations.
• Monitor ingredient availability and inform team leaders.

Skills

Team Player

Effective Communication

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

Knowledge of Safe Food Handling

Familiarity with Culinary Techniques

Job description

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Description

Our Kitchen Assistants/Team Members are responsible for preparing our food offering to the highest quality and standards.

Department: Takeaway

Location: Cloud Kitchen - Edinburgh

Compensation: £12.21 - £13.00 / hour

Working Hours: from 10.00am to 2.00am, Monday to Sunday

What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists:

1. Ensure the kitchen is set up and ready for each service with the right amount of prepared Pasta Sauces and ingredients, including preparing par levels in the pre-prepared cold delivery fridge.
2. Wear a full smart clean uniform and protective clothing as required.
3. Adhere to Pasta Evangelists standards to ensure high-quality products for customers.
4. Maintain cleanliness and comply with all Health and Safety regulations.
5. Monitor ingredient availability and inform team leaders in advance.
6. Record food information, ensure stock rotation (FIFO), and maintain accurate wastage records.
7. Utilize SOPs to maximize food quality and speed.
8. Ensure equipment like fridges, ovens, and microwaves are maintained and temperature records are kept.
9. Prepare and cook food according to standards and SOPs.
10. Check deliveries, report issues, and ensure proper storage.
11. Operate cleaning areas effectively, dispose of rubbish correctly, and report equipment issues.
12. Follow close down procedures to keep the kitchen clean and ready for the next shift.
13. Organize pest checks and report concerns.

Who are you:

• Knowledge of safe food handling and preparation techniques (preferable).
• Familiarity with basic culinary techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, prioritize, and manage time.
• Meticulous and detail-oriented.
• Good team player, effective communicator, and able to follow instructions.
• Willing to adapt to changing situations and work schedules.

What we can offer:

• £12.21 per hour, increasing to £13.21 from midnight onwards.
• Monthly bonus based on site performance.
• Join a dynamic, diverse team.
• Regular team socials, free products, referral bonuses, cycle schemes, and development opportunities.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Food and Beverage Services

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