Kitchen porter/Assistant
11 days ago
London
Cleaning & Hygiene β’ Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and kitchen tools., β’ Keep work surfaces, counters, and floors clean at all times., β’ Empty bins and handle waste safely and regularly., β’ Clean down equipment (grills, fryers, ovens, fridges) after service., β’ Ensure hygiene standards (food-safe sanitising, cross-contamination control). Food Preparation Support β’ Wash, peel, and chop vegetables (e.g., parsley for tabbouleh, onions, tomatoes, garlic)., β’ Portion and pack takeaway condiments (garlic sauce, tahini, pickles, etc.)., β’ Assist with basic prep for meats (marinating shawarma or kebabs under chef supervision), β’ Measure and prepare ingredients for mezze (hummus, baba ghanoush, lentils, etc.)., β’ Refill stock in fridges/freezers for quick access during service. Service Support β’ Pack food into takeaway containers neatly and consistently., β’ Check orders before handing to front staff/delivery to ensure accuracy., β’ Refill and organise packaging materials (boxes, wraps, cutlery, napkins), β’ Help chefs during busy periods (fetching ingredients, passing items, simple plating). Stock & Organisation β’ Receive and store deliveries (check freshness and rotate stock β FIFO)., β’ Keep dry storage, fridge, and freezer areas tidy., β’ Monitor low-stock items and report to chef/manager. Other Duties β’ Follow health & safety rules (fire safety, use of cleaning chemicals)., β’ Assist with opening/closing duties (setting up kitchen, end-of-day cleaning)., β’ Be flexible to cover small tasks as needed in a takeaway-only setting.