Job Overview:
As a Kitchen Helper, you will play a crucial role in supporting the kitchen staff in various tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen.
Your responsibilities will include assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting overall kitchen efficiency.
Responsibilities:
Food Preparation Assistance: Assist kitchen staff in preparing ingredients, including chopping vegetables, washing produce, and portioning ingredients.
Dishwashing: Responsible for washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, ensuring cleanliness and sanitation standards are met.
Cleaning and Sanitizing: Keep kitchen surfaces, equipment, and storage areas clean and sanitized according to established hygiene standards.
Stocking Supplies: Assist in receiving, unpacking, and storing deliveries of food and kitchen supplies.
Trash Removal: Dispose of kitchen waste and garbage regularly, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene.
Assistance during Service: Support kitchen staff during busy periods by fetching and carrying items, helping with plating, and ensuring a smooth workflow.
Kitchen Organization: Keep kitchen areas organized, including storage areas and refrigerators.
Compliance with Safety Standards: Adhere to all safety and sanitation regulations, including proper handling of cleaning chemicals.
Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to ensure effective communication and teamwork.
Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by the kitchen supervisor or chef.
Requirements:
Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and carry moderately heavy objects, and perform physically demanding tasks.
Team Player: Willingness to work as part of a team and take direction from kitchen supervisors and chefs.
Attention to Detail: Pay attention to cleanliness details and follow instructions accurately.
Time Management: Ability to manage time efficiently and assist with various tasks during busy periods.
Initiative: Show initiative in identifying tasks that need attention and completing them proactively.
Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and tasks as required.
Basic Kitchen Knowledge: Basic understanding of kitchen operations and hygiene practices.