7.2 Sandwich Preparation SOP

SOP Number: 7.2

Version: V2
Date: October 2025
Category: Food Preparation

Overview

Panini sandwiches are prepared using pre-thawed bread rolls and freshly prepared fillings. All fillings are prepared in advance and stored in the fridge.

Equipment Required

  • Panini grill (set to 220°C)
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Airtight containers
  • Freezer (for bread storage)
  • Labels and marker

Panini Bread Preparation

Method:

  1. Remove rolls from freezer at 08:00 for the day ahead
  2. Thaw (defrost) all bread products for 1 hour 30 minutes
  3. Ready to serve

Panini Sandwich Assembly

Method:

  1. Apply spread to both sides of panini bun
  2. Add prepared filling
  3. Add fresh salad
  4. Cook for 3-4 minutes on panini grill at 220°C
  5. Serve immediately

Filling Preparations

Tuna Mayonnaise

Ingredients:

  • 2 x tins tuna
  • 4 x tablespoons mayonnaise

Method:

  1. Mix tuna and mayonnaise in a large bowl
  2. Place in airtight container
  3. Label with date and contents
  4. Store in fridge
  5. Use within 2 days

Tuna Melt

Ingredients:

  • Tuna Mayonnaise mix
  • Grated Cheese

Method:

  1. Add tuna mix to panini
  2. Add grated cheese on top of mix
  3. Cook on panini grill

Chicken Mayonnaise

Ingredients:

  • 1 x pack of cooked chicken
  • 4 x tablespoons mayonnaise

Method:

  1. Mix chicken and mayonnaise in a large bowl
  2. Place in airtight container
  3. Label with date and contents
  4. Store in fridge
  5. Use within 2 days

Chicken & Bacon Mayonnaise

Ingredients:

  • 1 x pack of cooked chicken
  • 6 x rashers of cooked bacon
  • 4 x tablespoons mayonnaise

Method:

  1. Mix chicken, bacon, and mayonnaise in a large bowl
  2. Place in airtight container
  3. Label with date and contents
  4. Store in fridge
  5. Use within 2 days

Hunters Chicken

Ingredients:

  • 1 x pack of cooked chicken
  • 6 x rashers of cooked bacon
  • 4 x tablespoons mayonnaise

Method:

  1. Mix chicken, bacon, and mayonnaise in a large bowl
  2. Place in airtight container
  3. Label with date and contents
  4. Store in fridge
  5. Use within 2 days

Cheese Savory

Ingredients:

  • 2 x finely diced red onion
  • 3 x peeled and grated carrots
  • Grated cheese
  • Mayonnaise
  • Salad Cream

Method:

  1. Mix red onion, carrots, grated cheese, mayonnaise, and salad cream in a large bowl
  2. Place in airtight container
  3. Label with date and contents
  4. Store in fridge
  5. Use within 2 days

Ham Salad

Ingredients:

  • 2 x slices of ham
  • 1 x serving of salad

Method:

  1. No prior preparation required
  2. Wrap in baking parchment and cook on panini grill

Ham & Cheese

Ingredients:

  • 2 x slices of ham
  • 2 x slices of cheese
  • 1 x serving of salad

Method:

  1. No prior preparation required
  2. Wrap in baking parchment and cook on panini grill

Pepperoni & Cheese

Ingredients:

  • 4 x slices of pepperoni
  • Grated Cheese
  • Grated Mozzarella
  • Pizza base sauce
  • 1 x serving of salad

Method:

  1. Spread pizza base sauce on one side of the bread
  2. Add pepperoni across length of bread
  3. Add a mix of cheeses across the bread
  4. Wrap in baking parchment and cook on panini grill

Allergen Information

⚠️ Important: Sandwiches contain allergens. Refer to the Allergen Information page for full details. If you are in any doubt, do not serve!

Quality Control

  • Check all fillings are fresh before use
  • Ensure correct cooking temperature on panini grill
  • Verify sandwich is heated through before serving
  • Present sandwiches neatly

References

  • Little Coffee Bean Co Allergen Information
  • UK Food Standards Agency Guidelines