Kitchen Assistant

Pasta Evangelists; Leeds; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasta Evangelists is seeking Kitchen Assistants/Team Members for their Cloud Kitchen in Leeds. You'll play a crucial role in food preparation and maintaining kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality standards. The position offers competitive hourly pay, performance bonuses, and opportunities for growth within a dynamic team.

Benefits

Monthly performance bonus

Regular team socials

Free Pasta Evangelists products

Referral scheme bonus

Cycle to work scheme

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food handling and storage techniques preferred.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous and detail-oriented in food prep.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food to the highest quality standards.
• Maintain a clean kitchen environment and comply with health regulations.
• Monitor ingredient availability and manage stock rotation.

Skills

Knowledge of safe food handling

Basic culinary techniques

Time management

Attention to detail

Team player

Good communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

Department: Takeaway

Location: Cloud Kitchen - Leeds

Compensation: £12.21 - £13.00 / hour

Description

Our Kitchen Assistants/Team Members are responsible for preparing our food to the highest quality standards. Their role is crucial in maintaining smooth and efficient kitchen operations.

Opening hours: from 10.00am to 2.00am, Monday to Sunday

What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists:

• Ensure the kitchen is set up and ready for each service with the correct amount of prepared Pasta Sauces and ingredients, managing par levels and minimizing wastage.
• Wear a full smart, clean uniform and protective clothing as required.
• Adhere to Pasta Evangelists standards to ensure high-quality products for our customers.
• Maintain a clean kitchen environment, complying with health and safety regulations.
• Monitor ingredient availability and inform the team in advance.
• Record food information, ensure proper labelling, and follow stock rotation principles (FIFO).
• Maintain par levels and record food wastage accurately.
• Utilize SOPs to maximize food quality and speed.
• Ensure all equipment is operated safely, with temperature records kept, and is well-maintained.
• Prepare and cook food according to standards and SOPs, ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Check deliveries, report issues, and store items appropriately.
• Keep the wash-up area clean and equipment sanitized.
• Dispose of rubbish correctly, following waste management protocols.
• Report equipment issues promptly.
• Follow close-down procedures to prepare the kitchen for the next shift.
• Organize pest checks and report concerns.

Who are you:

• Knowledge of safe food handling and storage techniques (preferable).
• Familiarity with basic culinary techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and manage time effectively.
• Meticulous and detail-oriented in food prep and cleanliness.
• Team player with good communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing tasks and schedules.

What we can offer:

• £12.21 - £13.21 per hour from midnight onwards
• Monthly performance bonus
• Join a dynamic, diverse team
• Regular team socials
• Free Pasta Evangelists products
• Referral scheme bonus
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunities for growth within the business