Cloud Kitchen Assistant

At Pasta Evangelists, we believe pasta makes everything better. We are looking for a dedicated Cloud Kitchen Assistant to join our team. Our Kitchen Assistants 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:

• Ensure 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.
• Adhere to the full Pasta Evangelists Standard, ensuring our Pasta and other Products are kept to the highest possible standard.
• Maintain an exceptionally clean kitchen that complies with all Health and Safety / Quality and Safety regulations.
• Monitor 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.
• Ensure stock rotation principles (FIFO) are fully adhered to.
• Record any food wastage accurately.
• Utilise the SOP to maximise the quality and speed of food readiness.
• Keep temperature records for all equipment and follow correct procedures for safe food handling.
• Maintain all equipment to the SOP standard.
• Prepare and cook food to the highest standards, complying with the preparation of all food that meets Pasta Evangelist’s requirements.
• Check deliveries into the Store and report any issues to the Team Leader/ Manager.
• Ensure all deliveries are received & stored appropriately and storage requirements are adhered to.
• Operate the wash-up area effectively and ensure any equipment used is thoroughly cleaned.
• Use correct signage whilst cleaning is taking place.
• Dispose of rubbish correctly, following the company waste management processes.
• Report any equipment defects quickly to Team leader or Area Manager.
• Follow all close down kitchen procedures and ensure the kitchen is clean and prepared for the next shift.
• Organise pest checks regularly and report any concerns to the Team leader and higher management.

Who are you:

• You have knowledge of safe food handling, storage, and preparation techniques to prevent foodborne illnesses (preferable).
• You are familiar with basic culinary techniques such as chopping, slicing, dicing, and measuring ingredients.
• You can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, prioritise tasks, and manage time effectively.
• You are meticulous and detail-oriented when it comes to food preparation, cleaning, and maintaining kitchen organization.
• You can work well as part of a team, communicate effectively with colleagues, and follow instructions from the Team Leader and/or Area Manager.
• You are willing to adapt to changing situations, work schedules, and tasks as required in a dynamic kitchen environment.
• A pasta lover!

What we can offer:

• £12.21 per hour - £13.21 per hour from midnight onwards.
• 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.