Key Responsibilities
- Food Preparation:Wash, peel, chop, and measure ingredients for dishes, and assist with basic cooking tasks such as slicing or boiling.
- Cleaning and Maintenance:Ensure the kitchen, including workstations, equipment, and utensils, is clean and organised by following cleaning schedules and food safety protocols.
- Stock Management:Assist with receiving, storing, and organising inventory, as well as checking stock levels to ensure sufficient ingredients for shifts.
- Hygiene and Safety:Adhere to all health, safety, and food hygiene regulations, maintain a high standard of personal hygiene, and report any unsafe conditions or incidents.
- Support to Kitchen Staff:Provide assistance to cooks and kitchen supervisors with various tasks to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely meal service.
- Waste Disposal:Correctly dispose of kitchen waste, including cleaning garbage cans, according to procedures.
Key Skills and Qualifications
- Basic Knife Skills:Essential for preparing ingredients like fruits, vegetables, and meat.
- Knowledge of Food Safety:Understanding and adhering to local sanitation and food safety standards is crucial.
- Physical Stamina:The role involves standing for long hours and performing physically demanding tasks, notes the Ministry of Manpower.
- Teamwork:Effectively collaborating with other kitchen staff to achieve a common goal is important.
- Positive Attitude:A good attitude is valuable in busy environments, helping to keep the energy high when orders pile up, according to Greene King.
