Kitchen Assistant

at  Sodexo

WE’RE EXPERIENCE MAKERS.

And go-getters, fanatic foodies, and community pillars.
At Sodexo Live! build a career where ‘everyday’ is anything but normal. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background, and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive.
We Belong to a team that feels like family, ACT with purpose and be inclusive, Thrive in our career, while able to Be Live in the moment creating exceptional memories.
After giving it all, you’ll return home knowing that you’ve played your part in creating a truly unforgettable moment.
Because at Sodexo Live! we’re so much more.
Be part of something greater

At Sodexo, we are passionate about everything we do, and we believe that good food really has the power to bring everyone together!
As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll prepare and create beautiful dishes here at Glasgow airport Emirates Lounge
Serving our guests with a smile and a friendly manner means we’ll be helping to create great experiences and a fantastic atmosphere!
You’ll play your part in getting the world moving again and brining families together!
You must be able to provide 5 years working history and 5 years address.
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early, if we are in receipt of a high number of applications.

Main Responsibilities

• To plan, deliver and present the food and beverages as per the Emirates Lounge specification. Interact with customers by explaining the food and beverages on offer. Gauge needs and make recommendations to meet the exact needs of the Emirates premium customers.
• To ensure that all stock is checked in and stored away correctly. Keep back of house areas clean and tidy at all times.
• Assist the chef with the presentation of all food and beverage, ensuring quality, quantity are consistently monitored, maintained and display is as per set specification.
• Ensure buffet and stock levels of all food and beverage items for a la carte service are properly maintained and replenished regularly as required and in accordance with food and safety standards. Control and monitor hygiene standards as per HACCAP.
• Ensure personal and food hygiene, as well as housekeeping standards in the lounge food services areas and kitchen are adhered to, as per company policy.
• Ensure that at the end of each service the kitchen is cleaned down and ready for the following shift.
• Ensure that back of house is kept clean and tidy at all times, including fridge and freezers and other store areas.
• Ensure that all products stored or displayed are date coded, stock rotated and labelled correctly using the shelf life rule.
• Ensure that sufficient preparation is completed for the following shift.
• Interact with Lounge customers to gain feedback on service and product. Communicate finding to Lounge Supervisor / Lounge Manager / emirates staff in a timely manner. Liaise with Sodexo and emirates Lounge team for any irregularities and other important information that impact the lounge operations. Communicate product, service and customer issues to Sodexo and emirates staff, so that corrective action can be taken in a timely manner.
• Adhere to standard recipes and food specifications and knowledge book and plating specifications.

The Ideal Candidate

Essential

• Kitchen experience
• Highly motivated
• Attention to detail
• Able to work on own initiative within a team environment

Desirable

• Lounge experience

About The Company