Kitchen Assistant (Hot Foods) - Roeland Street at Food Lover's Market

Job description

This is a summary of what the job involves to help you decide if you are a good fit.

We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our team! As a Kitchen Assistant, As a Kitchen Assistant, you're the go-to person who keeps our kitchen ticking like clockwork. Your job is all about making sure things stay clean, helping out with food prep, and lending a hand wherever it's needed. Whether you're scrubbing dishes, keeping our gear in tip-top shape, or jumping in during mealtime, you're an important part of our kitchen crew.

What you'll do

This is a list of tasks that you will be responsible for doing on your days at work.

• Wash, rinse, and sanitise dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment
• Keep the kitchen area clean and organized, including countertops, floors, and storage areas
• Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks
• Ensure the kitchen is well-stocked with essential items like cleaning supplies, utensils, and kitchen ingredients
• Properly dispose of kitchen waste and recyclables, keeping the trash area clean
• Clean and maintain kitchen equipment, such as ovens, stovetops, and mixers
• Support kitchen operations by fetching ingredients, utensils, or any items needed by the kitchen staff
• Adhere to health and safety standards, including proper handling of food, wearing appropriate protective gear, and maintaining a hygienic workspace
• Keep track of food and ingredient inventory, rotating stock to ensure freshness
• Assist during meal service by helping with plating, garnishing, and ensuring that dishes are sent out in an organised manner
• Openly communicate with other kitchen staff to coordinate tasks and keep the kitchen running smoothly
• Be flexible and willing to take on various tasks as needed in a dynamic kitchen environment
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen team members to achieve common goals and provide efficient service

Requirements

This is a list of things you will need in order to be considered for this role

• Matric
• English
• Clear criminal record

Preferences

Meeting the preferences would be a plus, but if you don't, it won't stop companies from considering you.

• Experience: Cleaner
• Within 15km from job

Application Process

This is a list of things you will need to do when completing your application to this job.

Assessments required for application

• Potential Work Performance Assessment Battery

Questions required for application

• Do you have a valid National Senior Certificate (Matric certificate) or equivalent?
• In which area do you currently live?
• Are you able to use different cleaning products and equipment?
• How do you handle working under pressure?
• Do you have access to reliable transport?
• How do you manage your time?
• Are you able to multitask?