Job Title: Kitchen Assistant

Job Description:

Position Overview:
We are looking for a reliable and energetic Kitchen Assistant to support our culinary team in daily kitchen operations. This hands-on role involves assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, organizing kitchen supplies, and upholding food safety standards. The ideal candidate will be team-oriented, attentive to detail, and physically capable of managing routine kitchen duties in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with food prep such as chopping vegetables, assembling salads, and plating dishes.

• Maintain cleanliness by sanitizing kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations according to hygiene protocols.

• Wash and organize kitchenware either manually or with dishwashers.

• Monitor and stock kitchen inventory, ensuring items are properly stored and easily accessible.

• Dispose of kitchen waste responsibly, following correct recycling and separation procedures.

• Support chefs by retrieving ingredients, garnishing plates, and ensuring timely service.

• Follow food safety procedures to ensure hygiene and quality standards are maintained.

• Keep kitchen floors clean and organized, including regular mopping and trash removal.

• Adhere to all operational and safety guidelines as per company policies.

• Collaborate effectively with other staff to ensure smooth kitchen workflow.

Skills & Requirements:

• Prior kitchen experience preferred but not mandatory.

• Ability to multitask and stay productive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.

• Good teamwork and communication skills.

• Physical stamina to stand for long hours and lift items up to 50 pounds.

• Flexible schedule, including availability on evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Familiarity with food safety and hygiene practices is an advantage.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.