Kitchen Assistant

Pasta Evangelists; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading fresh pasta brand as a Kitchen Assistant in Newcastle upon Tyne. You'll ensure the highest quality food preparation and maintain an efficient kitchen operation. Enjoy competitive pay, bonuses, and opportunities for growth in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Monthly bonus based on site performance

Free Pasta Evangelists products

Referral scheme bonus

Cycle to work scheme

Opportunities for growth within the company

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe food handling and preparation techniques preferred.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food to the highest standards following SOPs.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with health and safety regulations.
• Monitor ingredient availability and manage food wastage.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

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

1. Ensure the kitchen is set up and ready for each service with the right amount of prepared Pasta Sauces and other ingredients, including preparing par levels in the pre-prepared cold delivery fridge, to ensure quick service without negatively impacting food costs.
2. Wear a full smart clean uniform at all times whilst on shift, along with protective clothing as required.
3. Adhere to the Pasta Evangelists Standard to ensure our Pasta and other Products are of the highest quality for our customers.
4. Maintain an exceptionally clean kitchen, complying with all Health and Safety / Quality and Safety regulations.
5. Monitor ingredient availability and inform Team Leaders and the wider team in advance.
6. Document and record food information according to company policy, including effective date labelling and stock rotation principles (FIFO).
7. Maintain all par levels and record any food wastage accurately.
8. Utilise SOPs to maximize food quality and speed of preparation.
9. Ensure all equipment (fridges, pasta boiler, ovens, microwaves, etc.) is maintained according to SOP, with proper temperature records and safe handling procedures.
10. Prepare and cook food to the highest standards, following 'How to' cards and SOPs.
11. Check deliveries thoroughly, report issues, and ensure proper storage and stock rotation.
12. Operate the wash-up area effectively, ensuring equipment is thoroughly cleaned and proper signage is used during cleaning.
13. Dispose of rubbish correctly, following waste management and recycling policies.
14. Report equipment defects promptly to the Team Leader or Area Manager.
15. Follow close-down procedures to keep the kitchen clean and prepared for the next shift.
16. Organize pest checks regularly and report concerns to management.

Who Are You

• Knowledge of safe food handling, storage, and preparation techniques (preferred).
• Familiar with basic culinary techniques such as chopping, slicing, dicing, and measuring ingredients.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Meticulous and detail-oriented in food preparation, cleaning, and organization.
• Team player with effective communication skills, able to follow instructions from supervisors.
• Willing to adapt to changing situations, schedules, and tasks in a dynamic kitchen environment.

What We Can Offer

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

Pasta Evangelists was founded seven years ago with the goal of becoming an authority in fresh pasta. We aim to reimagine and elevate pasta as a category, which is currently worth £3.8bn but has seen little innovation.

Since launching our original pasta kit in 2016, we've built a passionate following of British pasta lovers — our Evangelists — who love discovering new pasta varieties and stories.

Backed by Barilla, the world's largest pasta company, we are the UK's biggest pasta brand by revenue and one of its fastest-growing startups. Our products are available online, through major retailers like Ocado and Amazon Fresh, and at our Harrods Pasta Bar. We also offer pasta-making classes at our Pasta Academy and have expanded into the pasta takeaway market across the UK, with over 40 kitchens and new locations opening regularly, including in Scotland and Wales. Our pastificio in West London allows us to produce artisanal pasta and sauces at scale.

We are looking for exceptional professionals to lead our business through its next growth phase.