About us
Saltire Hospitality Ltd is a small business in Loanhead. We are agile, collaborative, fast-paced and our goal is to Saltire Hospitality is an award-winning catering company with a thriving food delivery service specializing in delicious and fresh lunch options. We take pride in serving our customers with high-quality, healthy, and diverse food choices. We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Kitchen Assistant to join our team, ensuring our commitment to health and safety standards while preparing sandwiches, wraps, and finger food platters for our lunch delivery service..
Responsibilities:
- Food Preparation: Prepare a variety of sandwiches, wraps, and finger food platters according to standardized recipes and guidelines.
* Quality Control: Maintain high food quality standards by ensuring that ingredients are fresh and properly stored. Inspect products for quality and adherence to specifications.
* Safety and Hygiene: Follow established health and safety guidelines, including proper food handling, sanitation, and cleanliness in the kitchen area. This includes cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces, equipment, and utensils.
* Stock Management: Keep track of inventory and notify the Kitchen Manager when supplies are running low. Assist with food and ingredient orders as needed.
* Team Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure the efficient and smooth operation of the kitchen. Be prepared to assist with various tasks as needed.
* Organisation: Organize food items and ensure proper labelling and storage. Help with portion control to minimize food wastage.
* Customer Service: Occasionally, engage with delivery staff and provide support to ensure accurate and timely order fulfilment.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a kitchen environment is a plus but not mandatory.
* Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
* Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
* Good communication and teamwork skills.
* Willingness to learn and adapt to changing menu items and customer preferences.
* Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift moderately heavy objects.
If you are passionate about food, have a strong work ethic, and enjoy working in a dynamic kitchen environment, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as a Kitchen Assistant and contribute to creating delicious meals for our customers.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: From £12.60 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Loanhead EH20 9JL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* Kitchen : 1 year (required)
* Catering: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person