Kitchen Helper

The Kitchen Assistant will assist chefs with basic food preparation, mise en place, kitchen cleaning, and maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation. The ideal candidate should be a team player with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Responsibilities Assist chefs in the preparation of ingredients for hot and cold kitchen operations, including washing, peeling, cutting, chopping, and portioning vegetables, fruits, meat, poultry, and other food items as instructed. Support daily mise en place activities to ensure all ingredients and equipment are ready for service. Assist in preparing salads, sandwiches, garnishes, basic appetizers, and other simple food items under the supervision of the chefs. Help organize and replenish ingredients, utensils, and kitchen supplies at designated workstations. Follow instructions from the Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, and other senior kitchen staff. Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations, preparation areas, equipment, utensils, and storage spaces. Wash and sanitize kitchen utensils, cutting boards, containers, and equipment according to established procedures. Ensure proper food handling, storage, labeling, and date marking in accordance with food safety requirements. Follow the FIFO (First In, First Out) method when handling and rotating food stock. Assist with receiving and storing deliveries, ensuring that products are handled and stored appropriately. Monitor the cleanliness and condition of ingredients and report any damaged, expired, or unsuitable food items to the supervisor. Support chefs during meal preparation and service by replenishing ingredients and maintaining an organized working environment. Segregate waste appropriately and follow the kitchen's waste management procedures. Adhere to personal hygiene, food safety, HACCP principles, and applicable local food safety regulations. Follow workplace health and safety procedures and use kitchen equipment only when trained and authorized. Assist with scheduled deep cleaning and other kitchen maintenance activities as assigned. Perform other reasonable duties related to kitchen operations as instructed by the supervisor. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Prior experience as a kitchen steward or similar role in a professional kitchen is preferred. Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices, including proper cleaning and sanitation techniques. Familiarity with basic food preparation tasks, such as vegetable washing, peeling, and chopping. Ability to follow instructions and work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail. Reliability, punctuality, and a positive attitude. Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Flexibility to work in shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as required by the operational needs of the central kitchen. Show more Show less