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 What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists: - Ensuring that the kitchen is set up and ready for each service with the right amount of prepared Pasta Sauces and other ingredients that ensure the right amount for quick service but does not negatively impact food costs i.e. wastage. Including preparing par levels in the pre-prepared cold delivery fridge. - 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 for Best product quality to our customer. - 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. 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 have the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively. - You are meticulous and detail-oriented when it comes to food preparation, cleaning, and maintaining kitchen organization. - You have the ability to 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. What we can offer: - £11.44 per hour - £12.44 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.
Manages the day to day aspect of the Pasta Evangelists Kitchen. Oversees all aspects of the Pasta Evangelists business through creating a culture to be proud of, making sure that Food/Health and Safety regulations are complied, coaching and supporting, motivating and engaging all employees. Has responsibility for achieving above average results. Opening hours: from 10.00am to 2.00am from Monday to Sunday What you'll do at Pasta Evangelists: - Attend meetings when required. - Embrace and embed new changes in PE systems and processes. - Training the new starters according to the company guidelines. - Coaching and supporting team members in their development. Highlights high performing individuals. - Track team absences and report them to your Area Manager/Deputy Area Manager. - Make sure all statutory and company Health, Safety and Food Hygiene regulations are complied and take corrective actions if required. - Help to create a customer focused environment. - Manage and report all customer complaints (including the food poisoning and Foreign body allegation) in line with company policy. - Implement the lead from the front mindset and set a clear example of Product quality for all to follow. - Consistently seek to maximise the products available at all times, increasing sales and customer satisfaction. - Clear communication of Sales Goals, striving to consistently exceed sales targets. - Train the team on all new products enabling them to drive sales. - Maximise the profitability of the Kitchen by understanding and controlling all kitchen costs (e.g. labour, food). - Review all daily paperwork to ensure compliance and report to the Area Manager/Deputy Area Manager where necessary. Who you are: - You’ve worked in a fast-paced kitchen or food retail environment before and understand how priorities can quickly change. - You have experience of managing a diverse workforce. - You are customer-focused, and enjoy interacting with customers. - You don’t turn a blind eye to issues….. you jump on them and have a desire to solve them! - You have a strong desire to fight for the product quality and will go the extra mile to deliver a strong customer experience. - You are hugely detailed oriented and don’t ever cut corners - You love working in a team and helping to manage other chefs in the kitchen! - You can clearly communicate both verbally and in writing - ... A pasta lover! What we can offer: - £13.5 per hour - £14.5 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