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Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: OH PAPI LTD The Kitchen assistant will be supporting the kitchen team in preparing fresh, high-quality ingredients and maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient workspace. This role helps ensure that every burrito, bowl, and taco meets OH Papi’s standards for taste, freshness, and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Menu Support: Assist chefs and cooks with the preparation of burritos, fajitas, bowls, tacos, and sides to maintain smooth service during busy periods.
• Recipe Accuracy: Follow detailed prep sheets and portioning guides to ensure consistency in taste, appearance, and portion size across all OH Papi locations.
• Adhere strictly to OH Papi’s food safety policies and HACCP procedures.
• Cleanliness: Maintain high standards of cleanliness in all food preparation and storage areas, ensuring compliance with EHO standards.
• Allergen Awareness: Understand allergen procedures and labeling to prevent cross-contamination, in line with OH Papi’s Allergen Matrix and customer information boards.
• Temperature Control: Accurately monitor and record food temperatures during storage, cooking, and holding.
• Safely operate kitchen tools and equipment (knives, slicers, blenders, rice cookers, fryers, etc.), ensuring correct cleaning and maintenance.
• Stock Rotation: Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) principles when handling deliveries and restocking storage areas.
• Dishwashing and Cleaning: Perform dishwashing, sanitizing, and general cleaning duties to maintain a hygienic and organized workspace.
• Maintenance Reporting: Identify and report any equipment faults or maintenance needs promptly.
• Waste Reduction: Monitor ingredient usage and minimize waste through careful handling and storage practices.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Teamwork and Communication.
• Consistency: Maintain a steady workflow and attention to detail even in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Responsibility: Take ownership of daily prep lists, cleaning schedules, and closing checklists.
• Brand and Customer Focus.
• Product Knowledge: Develop an understanding of OH Papi’s menu, ingredients, and flavour profiles to support consistency and brand quality.
• Presentation: Ensure all prepared items meet OH Papi’s presentation and freshness standards before service.
• Sustainability: Support the brand’s commitment to sustainability by reducing food waste, conserving resources, and recycling properly.

Further Information

The Employer is: OH PAPI LTD JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.