Kitchen Assistant/Breader

Role Summary

The Breader is responsible for preparing and coating chicken to Straight Outta Nashville’s required recipes and quality standards. The role is essential to delivering consistently high-quality food while maintaining excellent hygiene, food safety and kitchen efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, season and bread chicken in accordance with approved recipes and procedures.
• Ensure every product is coated consistently and meets brand quality standards.
• Follow portion-control requirements to minimise waste and control costs.
• Maintain adequate stock levels at the breading station during service.
• Label, date and rotate ingredients using the first-in, first-out method.
• Follow all food safety requirements, including allergen controls and the separation of raw and cooked products.
• Maintain strict personal hygiene and wash hands at the required intervals.
• Keep the breading station, equipment, utensils and surrounding areas clean and organised.
• Complete opening, closing and cleaning duties as required.
• Monitor ingredient quality and immediately report any concerns to the Kitchen Manager.
• Work efficiently during busy periods to support order preparation and service times.
• Communicate clearly with fryers, kitchen staff and shift managers.
• Follow all health and safety procedures, including the correct use of personal protective equipment.
• Assist with deliveries, stock rotation and other kitchen duties when required.

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a fast-food or commercial kitchen is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow recipes accurately.
• Understanding of basic food hygiene and allergen awareness.
• Ability to work quickly and calmly in a busy kitchen.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays when required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely handle stock and kitchen equipment.

Performance Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Produce consistently breaded products that meet brand standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe and fully stocked workstation.
• Minimise food waste and avoid unnecessary overproduction.
• Support fast and accurate order preparation.
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude at all times.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.71-£12.90 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Store discount

Work Location: In person