Food Preparation Assistant
il y a 24 heures
£12.5 par heure
Temps partiel
South Kensington, London
About the Role We are seeking a meticulous and reliable Preparation Assistant to support our production kitchen and beverage team. This role is essential to maintaining the quality, consistency, and efficiency of our luxury wellness café offering. You will be responsible for preparing core ingredients, producing small-batch items, and ensuring all products meet our standards for freshness, presentation, and hygiene. This position suits someone who takes pride in detail, enjoys structured preparation work, and thrives in a fast-paced but quality-focused environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare house-made syrups, glazes, and beverage bases according to standardised recipes Bottle, label, and store drinks and ingredients to specification Produce small-batch items including granola and raw gluten-free snacks Portion and prepare ingredients to support daily service Maintain accurate production records and stock rotation (FIFO) Uphold strict food safety, allergen, and hygiene standards Support organisation and cleanliness of the prep and storage areas Assist with stock counts and ingredient monitoring Work collaboratively with the service team to ensure readiness for peak periods Ideal Candidate Strong attention to detail and consistency Organised, efficient, and dependable Comfortable following precise recipes and processes Interest in wellness, nutrition, or quality food production Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset Previous kitchen, bakery, or food production experience preferred (not essential) Requirements Right to work in the UK Understanding of food safety practices (Level 2 Food Hygiene desirable) Ability to work on a rota basis aligned with business needs Comfortable with repetitive, precision-based preparation tasks What We Offer Supportive, professional team environment Structured training and clear systems Opportunity to contribute to premium, health-focused products Staff perks and development opportunities