Assistant Cook

As an Assistant Chef, you will support kitchen operations in all aspects of food preparation and kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality dishes are consistently prepared and served. This role requires a combination of culinary skills, teamwork and adherence to food safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with the preparation of ingredients, including washing, cutting and marinating meats and vegetables, according to recipes and chef instructions.
• Helping with cooking tasks like stir-frying, steaming, deep-frying and other basic cooking duties as directed by chef.
• Helping with plating and garnishing dishes to ensure consistent and appealing presentation.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work station.
• Ensuring kitchen equipment and tools are in good working order.
• Assisting with receiving goods, organizing and storing supplies and monitor inventory levels.
• Ensure all cooking stations are well-stocked with necessary ingredients and supplies.
• Properly disposing of waste materials according to established procedures.
• Adhering to recipes, food safety guidelines and instructions from chefs and supervisors.
• Collaborating with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Following all safety and hygiene protocols.
• Other ad-hoc duties given by the chef.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of professional chef experience
• Familiarity of basic Chinese cooking techniques, not limited to stir-frying, steaming and braising.
• Understand and adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Certified in Food Safety & Hygiene by Singapore Food Agency (SFA)
• Team player and good communication skills.