Food Production Assistant Aberdeen
Job description
Shifts will be either on TUES & WED or WED & THURS (we can be flexible dependant on the candidate's availability). Additional hours up to full time could be possible if candidate is willing to work between two locations (2 day shifts @ Bridge of Don/ Production & 2 or 3 day or evening shifts in City Centre service kitchen). JOB OVERVIEWYour role will be to assist in the preparation, cooking and packaging of our BBQ slow smoked meats for our menus, according to production needs and weekly schedule; ensuring a quality product is produced in a safe and efficient manner and the kitchen and necessary equipment is kept clean and tidy before, during and after each step in the production process. At times, there may be requirement to assist with other food preparations for outside catering events and the opportunity to work alongside us at off-site and on-site events.Typical schedule of work (though start/finish time could be flexible to suit candidate):Wednesday (with half hour lunch break)09:30-17:30hrs - meat preparartion / packaging up of cooked products / clean-downThursday (with half hour lunch break)09:30-13:00hrs - vacuum packing / cleaning / preparing orders for delivery13:30~17:30 - any other food prep (will vary) / delivering stock to our city centre location (van & insurance provided)Although thie role and our prep-kitchen is within a relaxed environment, the job itself can be physically demanding - as we are on our feet for most of the day and lifting & carrying (sometimes up to 20kgs) , plus general cleaning are all part of the nature of this role.RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESPreparing raw meat products in an efficient and timely manner to meet production schedulesAssisting in the manufacturing and packaging of various cooked meat productsOperating commercial grade kitchen equipment in a safe and careful mannerCleaning and general maintenance of commercial kitchen equipmentSanitation and general kitchen cleaning dutiesAssist with stock checks, delivery check and order fulfilmentEnsuring food preparation areas and equipment are kept clean and hygienic at all times and clean down is completed in full at the end of each shiftSafe storage of food products and cleaning materials to ensure compliance with safety practices and food safety temperature checks are carried out during productionFood preparation for off-site and on-site Smoke and Soul eventsParticipate in ad hoc R&D sessions to help develop new products and improvementsSKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCEPrevious food handling experience is desired however full training will be providedLevel 2 Food Hygiene certificateTeam player attitude, willingness to learn and be flexible with production schedulesAble to use initiative and work well by yourself or as part of a teamExcellent communication skillsA full driving license is desired but not essentialJob Type: Part-time, PermanentSalary: From £10.42 per hourBenefits:Casual dressCompany pensionEmployee discountFree , on-site parkingJob Type: Part-timePart-time hours: 8-16 per weekSalary: £10.50 per hourExpected hours: 12 – 20 per weekBenefits:Casual dressCompany eventsDiscounted or free foodEmployee discountFlexitimeFree parkingOn-site parkingStore discountSchedule:8 hour shiftDay shiftFlexitimeMonday to FridayApplication question(s):What is your current notice period / when could you start?Are you looking for part time or full time work?What is your availability (days of the week and hours) and how many hours would you be looking for ideally?Have you worked in a prep kitchen before or in food manufacturing?Tell us why you would like to work for Smoke and Soul...Work Location: In personExpected start date: 25/10/2023
