Kitchen Assistant-Central kitchen

LEAFLIFE LTD; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary company in London is hiring a Kitchen Assistant responsible for preparing and blending dressings, ensuring hygiene and quality. Candidates should be detail-oriented and able to follow recipes. Experience is preferred but not essential. This full-time position offers an immediate start with flexible hours and a pay rate of £12.21 per hour.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or food production experience is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and blend dressings according to standardized recipes.
• Ensure accurate measuring and mixing of ingredients.
• Follow food safety and health regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Commitment to cleanliness

Ability to follow recipes

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

The Kitchen Assistant – Central Kitchen is responsible for preparing, blending, and pouring a variety of dressings according to standardized recipes for distribution to all company locations. This role ensures consistency in taste, quality, and hygiene across all products delivered to stores, directly supporting the overall customer experience and Urban Greens standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and blend dressings based on standardized recipes and portion guidelines.
• Ensure accurate measuring and mixing of ingredients.
• Operate blenders and mixing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Pour and package dressings into containers for delivery to stores.
• Label all containers accurately with product name, date, and batch information.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work area at all times.
• Monitor stock levels of dressing ingredients and report shortages.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and health & safety regulations at all times.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, and storing deliveries as needed.
• Communicate with the Kitchen Manager regarding production needs, issues, or improvements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous kitchen or food production experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Ability to follow recipes and standard operating procedures accurately.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of food safety practices.

Working Conditions

Standing, lifting, and operating kitchen equipment is required daily. Shifts may include early mornings or weekends depending on production needs.

Experience

Required

Employment

Full-time

Schedule

Full time - Fully flexible

Salary

from £12.21 hourly

Starting time

Immediate start!

About LEAFLIFE LTD

Urban Greens, the innovative salad concept in London, aspires to redefine your perception of salads. We exclusively utilize. the freshest and most delectable ingredients to curate the finest salads in town. We only do salads, but we do them