Kitchen Assistant Job at Pasta Evangelists (Edinburgh)

Job 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

Job Responsibility

Ensuring that the kitchen is set up and ready for each service with the right amount of prepared Pasta Sauces and other ingredients
Wear a full smart clean uniform to the brand standard at all times whilst on shift and protective clothing as required
Ensure the full Pasta Evangelists Standard is adhered to, thereby ensuring our Pasta and other Products are kept to the highest possible standard
To ensure that the kitchen is exceptionally clean and complies with all Health and Safety / Quality and Safety regulations
To keep an eye on the Availability and Inform the Team leaders and wider team in advance
Document and keep a record of information on food as appropriate to the company policy and effective date labelling and make sure stock rotation principles (FIFO) are fully adhered to
Ensure that all par levels are maintained
Ensure any food wastage is recorded accurately
Utilise the SOP to maximise the quality and speed of food readiness
For all equipment i.e. Fridges, Pasta Boiler, Ovens, Microwaves etc ensure that the right temperature records are kept and the correct procedures are followed for safe food handling
Ensure all equipment is maintained to the SOP standard. E.g. Kitchen management system, oven, fridges, freezers etc
Preparing and cooking food to the highest of standards and complying with the preparation of all food that meets Pasta Evangelist’s requirements as laid out within “How to Cards”
Ensure all food is prepared quickly, in the correct order, to the How to Card standard and in line with all SOP’s
Full Checking deliveries into the Store and reporting any issues to the Team Leader/ Manager. To Ensure that all deliveries are Received & stored appropriately and storage requirements are adhered to
Full Operating the wash-up area effectively and ensuring any equipment used is thoroughly cleaned
Full Use correct signage whilst cleaning is taking place
Full Ensure that all rubbish is disposed of correctly at all times, following the company waste management processes in relation to recycling and adhering to Local Authority requirements
Reporting of any equipment defects quickly to Team leader or Area Manager
Full Ensure that all close down kitchen procedures are followed and that the kitchen is always clean and prepared as possible for the next shift
Full Regularly organise pest checks and report any concerns to the Team leader and higher management

Requirements

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, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively
Meticulous and detail-oriented when it comes to food preparation, cleaning, and maintaining kitchen organization
Ability to work well as part of a team, communicate effectively with colleagues, and follow instructions from the Team Leader and/or Area Manager
Willingness to adapt to changing situations, work schedules, and tasks as required in a dynamic kitchen environment

What we offer

Monthly bonus according to site performance
Join a dynamic, fast-moving & diverse team
Regular team socials
Free Pasta Evangelists products
Referral Scheme bonus
Cycle to work scheme
Development Opportunities - you can grow inside the business

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