Kitchen Assistant

Brief Summary:

• Support the preparation and cooking of nutritious meals for residents and employees, including special and therapeutic diets. Supervise kitchen operations, uphold food safety standards, and guide team members in delivering consistent meal services.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the preparation and distribution of meals according to established requirements. Maintain kitchen cleanliness and ensure food service areas are hygienic. Prepare and cook food for residents and employees. Assist with menu planning and the preparation of special or therapeutic diets. Ensure food is stored at appropriate temperatures, labelled correctly, and used before its expiry date. Guide kitchen team members in following food safety procedures. Control portion sizes and storage practices to minimise food waste. Clean stoves, work surfaces, and other kitchen equipment, and carry out basic maintenance where required. Remove and dispose of waste from food service areas safely.

Requirements:

• O-Level qualification or equivalent. Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, such as WSQ Food and Beverage Safety and Hygiene Policies and Procedures. At least 2 years of relevant experience in food preparation and cooking. Ability to supervise and instruct kitchen team members. Ability to follow food safety, food storage, labelling, and hygiene procedures.