Kitchen Assistant

Job Description

• Assist in a wide range of kitchen operations.
• Prepare food ingredients and food items according to recipes.
• Clean, peel, and chop vegetables and marinate, season, and coat food items as instructed
• Empty trash bins and dispose of waste properly
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is in working order and report any issues to the chef or manager
• Minimise the wastage and spoilage of ingredients and other food items.
• Monitor inventory levels of ingredients and supplies, and place orders as needed to avoid shortages
• Manage and maintain the hygiene standards established.
• Maintain strict quality control standards for all food items leaving the kitchen
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and guidelines set by local health agency
• Work closely with service crew and supervisor, to ensure a smooth flow of service and address any customer feedback or concerns
• Foster a positive learning environment and help team members grow in their culinary skills
• Other ad-hoc duties as requested by the Direct Supervisor.

Requirements

• Nitec and above education level; or its equivalent education level
• Prior experience in a similar role, such as a kitchen assistant or food prep role, is often preferred but not always required, especially for entry-level positions
• Possess hygiene certificate (preferred, but not required)
• Able to understand and converse in mandarin and/or English
• Meticulous, organized and hardworking individual
• Understanding of basic food safety and hygiene practices
• Willingness to learn and adapt to different tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other kitchen staff and support the overall team effort.
• Ability to take instructions and feedback from chefs and supervisors
• Proactive approach to tasks and a willingness to assist wherever needed
• Medically fit for the position