Kitchen Assistant

Pasta Evangelists; Leeds; On-site; GBP 16,820 - 17,908; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly performance bonus

Team socials

Free products

Referral bonuses

Cycle-to-work scheme

Development opportunities

Job summary

A dynamic food company in Leeds is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to ensure high-quality food preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness. The role requires knowledge of safe food handling, basic culinary skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, a strong team player, and ready to adapt to dynamic kitchen settings. Competitive pay rates and various team benefits like bonuses and referral schemes are offered in this full-time position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food handling and preparation techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player with effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure kitchen is ready for service with required ingredients.
• Prepare and cook food to high standards as per guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with health regulations.

Skills

Food handling knowledge

Basic culinary techniques

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

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Location: Cloud Kitchen – Leeds

Compensation: £12.21 – £13.00 / hour

Opening hours: 10:00 am – 2:00 am, Monday–Sunday

Description

Our Kitchen Assistants / Team Members are responsible for preparing our food offering to the highest quality and standards, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation in the kitchen.

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, maintaining par levels in the pre-prepared cold delivery fridge.
• Wear a full smart, clean uniform and required protective clothing at all times while on shift.
• Adhere to the Pasta Evangelists Standard, ensuring our pasta and other products meet the highest quality for customers.
• Keep the kitchen exceptionally clean and compliant with all Health and Safety / Quality regulations.
• Monitor availability and inform Team Leaders and the wider team proactively.
• Document and keep records of food information, including effective date labelling and stock rotation (FIFO).
• Maintain all par levels and record any food wastage accurately.
• Use the SOP to maximise food quality and speed of readiness.
• Manage equipment (fridges, pasta boiler, ovens, microwaves, etc.) by keeping accurate temperature records and following safe handling procedures.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained to SOP standards (e.g., kitchen management system, oven, fridges, freezers).
• Prepare and cook food to the highest standards, complying with Pasta Evangelists’ requirements as laid out in the “How to Cards.”
• Ensure all food is prepared quickly, in the correct order, and to the How to Card standard.
• Check deliveries into the store, report any issues to the Team Leader/Manager, and ensure proper receipt, storage, and storage requirements are followed.
• Operate the wash‑up area effectively and clean all used equipment thoroughly.
• Use correct signage while cleaning; dispose of rubbish following company waste management processes and local authority requirements.
• Report any equipment defects quickly to the Team Leader or Area Manager.
• Follow all close‑down kitchen procedures, ensuring the kitchen is clean and ready for the next shift.
• Conduct regular pest checks and report concerns to the Team Leader and higher management.

Who are you

• Knowledge of safe food handling, storage, and preparation techniques to prevent foodborne illnesses (preferable).
• Familiarity with basic culinary techniques such as chopping, slicing, dicing, and measuring ingredients.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment, prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Meticulous and detail‑oriented when it comes to food preparation, cleaning and kitchen organisation.
• Strong team player, capable of communicating effectively with colleagues and following instructions from the Team Leader and/or Area Manager.
• Willingness to adapt to changing situations, schedules and tasks in a dynamic kitchen environment.

What we can offer

• £12.21 per hour – £13.21 per hour from midnight onwards.
• Monthly bonus based on site performance.
• Join a dynamic, fast‑moving and diverse team.
• Regular team socials.
• Free Pasta Evangelists products.
• Referral scheme bonus.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Development opportunities – grow within the business.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Food and Beverage Services