We are looking for a hard-working Kitchen Helper to clean, stock, and maintain the kitchen as well as help with the preparation of ingredients for cooking. The Kitchen Helper’s responsibilities include retrieving ingredients from the refrigerator, freezer, and stockroom, measuring ingredients as per the Chef/Cook's instructions. Should also be able to ensure that all work areas are properly clean and sanitized.
Should demonstrate knowledge of basic proper food handling procedures and remove expired or spoiled ingredients from the refrigerator, freezer, and stockroom. Should be able to follow all food, health and safety regulations and display exceptional organizational skills to ensure the timely completion of kitchen duties.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Helps in Mise en Place (preparing of the ingredients) for the chef/cook, which includes washing, peeling, cutting, and slicing ingredients.
2. Assisting kitchen staff in receiving and storing food supplies from delivery trucks.
3. Properly washing and drying all dishes, utensils, cooking instruments and cutting boards.
4. Neatly putting away all utensils, cooking instruments, dishes, and cutting boards in their respective places.
5. Removing garbage, replacing garbage bags, and washing garbage cans.
6. Mopping and sweeping the kitchen areas as required.
7. Knowledgeable in cleaning and disposing grease traps.
8. Storing ingredients and food items according to food safety standards.
Qualifications:
1. At least High school graduate
2. Good health condition and can be able to lift and carry heavy items properly
3. Proven experience helping in kitchen settings
4. The ability to stand for extended periods of time.
5. The ability to safely use kitchen tools, equipment and appliances.
6. At least knowledgeable of basic food safety standards and procedures.
7. Strong communication skills.
8. Has a good sense of teamwork