Food Service Assistant

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

To maintain a high standard of food presentation service and hygiene to patients and visitors

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Prepare food items by ensuring both quality and quantity
• Ensure that food items are appropriately arranged on plates and platters
• Prepare and assemble portions in accordance with the menu
• Store food in an appropriate manner
• Ensure that food items are properly rotated in storage
• Dispose of expired products and record accordingly
• Arrange plates and food items neatly on trays
• Ensure cleanliness of kitchen by following cleaning and sanitation guidelines
• Manage transportation of food and supplies. Ensure temperatures are within specified range as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidance
• Deliver food to the appropriate room or person; collect and discard the meal tray within the stipulated time
• Managing food inventory and supplies are according to par level
• Wash dishes and flatware
• Operate and maintain dishwashers
• Perform light bookkeeping duties
• Report kitchen malfunctions to superior immediately
• Inspect food items and equipment on a constant basis
• Assist with food preparation services for catering projects
• Any other duties as per instructed by the organization

JOB REQUIREMENT

Education:

• SPM or equivalent

Knowledge and Experiences:

• No experience required as on-the-job training shall be provided. However, experience in food related industry shall be an added
• Familiarity with any food industry
• Experience in Hospital Dietary Services will be an extra advantage
• Knowledge of customer service related
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and interface with various levels of the organization

Skills & Competencies:

Special skills required

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Maintains the integrity and quality of both computerized and manual data

Personal attributes

• Self-motivated with good interpersonal and communication skills with positive attitude to work
• Able to work on own initiatives, prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Good timekeeping but prepared to be flexible