Food Preparation Assistant

Job Summary

Iberico World Tapas is seeking a reliable, organised, and enthusiastic Food Preparation Assistant to support the kitchen team with daily food preparation and general kitchen duties. The successful candidate will help prepare fresh ingredients, maintain clean and hygienic work areas, and ensure the kitchen is ready for efficient service. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, good attention to detail, and a willingness to learn in a busy restaurant environment.

Job Description

• Assist chefs with preparing ingredients for the daily menu.
• Wash, peel, chop, slice, and portion vegetables and other ingredients as required.
• Prepare sauces, garnishes, and basic food items according to instructions.
• Measure and organise ingredients for kitchen preparation.
• Set up food preparation stations before service begins.
• Ensure ingredients are fresh and stored correctly.
• Follow food labelling, date rotation, and stock storage procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness across worktops, utensils, equipment, and preparation areas.
• Follow food hygiene, allergen-handling, and health and safety procedures.
• Help prevent cross-contamination by following safe food-handling practices.
• Assist with receiving deliveries and organising kitchen stock.
• Monitor ingredient levels and inform the kitchen supervisor when supplies are running low.
• Support chefs during busy service periods when required.
• Wash utensils and equipment and help keep the kitchen organised.
• Dispose of waste responsibly and help minimise food waste.
• Report food quality concerns, equipment faults, or safety issues to a supervisor.
• Complete cleaning and preparation duties at the end of the shift.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food preparation, catering, or a restaurant kitchen is beneficial but not essential.
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safe food-handling practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and preparation guidelines accurately.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new food preparation techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking attitude.
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organised workstation.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays when required.

Pay: £14.00-£23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 33.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Work Location: In person