Kitchen staff

JOB DESCRIPTION Kitchen Staff

Location: Jerk & Sizzle

Reports to: Head Chef / Kitchen Manager

Role Type: Full-time / Part-time / Zero-hours (as required)

To support the preparation, cooking, and presentation of authentic Caribbean food at Jerk & Sizzle, delivering high-quality dishes consistently while maintaining excellent food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen standards in a fast-paced environment.

• Prepare and cook menu items to Jerk & Sizzle recipes, specifications, and quality standards.
• Support service during busy periods, ensuring food is delivered quickly, correctly, and consistently.
• Assist with prep tasks including marinating, chopping, portioning, and batching.
• Ensure correct portion control to minimise waste and maintain food cost targets.
• Plate food neatly and consistently in line with brand standards.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation at all times.
• Follow food hygiene, health & safety, and HACCP procedures.
• Ensure correct storage, labelling, and rotation of food (FIFO).
• Clean down workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas during and after shifts.
• Report any maintenance issues, faulty equipment, or safety concerns immediately.

• Assist with stock rotation, deliveries, and storage.
• Minimise food waste through correct preparation, portioning, and storage.
• Inform management of low stock levels or quality issues.
• Follow wastage recording procedures where required.

• Work effectively as part of the kitchen team and communicate clearly during service.
• Support front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction.
• Follow instructions from the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager.
• Maintain a positive, respectful attitude in a high-pressure environment.

• Follow all Company policies and reasonable management instructions.
• Maintain personal hygiene standards, including correct uniform and PPE where required.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, allergen awareness, and food safety requirements.
• Protect Company confidentiality, including recipes, suppliers, and operational processes.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and timekeeping.
• Willingness to learn and follow recipes and procedures.

• Experience working in a Caribbean, street food, or casual dining kitchen.
• Knowledge of jerk cooking, Caribbean flavours, or spice profiles.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

• Passion for food and Caribbean culture.
• Calm under pressure with a positive attitude.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Pride in food quality and presentation.

• Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Hours vary based on business needs and events.

• Competitive hourly pay (experience dependent).
• Opportunities for training and progression.
• A supportive team environment with a growing brand.
• The chance to work with bold flavours and authentic Caribbean food.