Job Summary

The Kitchen Helper is responsible for supporting the kitchen team with food preparation, cleaning, washing, handling ingredients, and maintaining a clean, organized, and hygienic kitchen environment. The role requires good teamwork, discipline, speed, and strict adherence to food safety and hygiene procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist chefs and kitchen staff with daily food preparation and production.
• Wash, peel, cut, portion, and prepare vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients as instructed.
• Assist with the preparation of salads, sandwiches, sauces, garnishes, and other food items.
• Ensure ingredients are handled and stored correctly according to food safety procedures.
• Assist with receiving, organizing, and storing food supplies.
• Maintain proper cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, utensils, and preparation areas.
• Wash and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, containers, and work surfaces.
• Follow proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures at all times.
• Dispose of food waste and garbage correctly.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and moving food ingredients and kitchen supplies when required.
• Maintain proper personal hygiene, including wearing the required uniform, hairnet, gloves, and other protective equipment.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, health, and hygiene requirements at all times.
• Follow instructions from chefs and supervisors accurately and efficiently.
• Assist the production team during busy periods and high-volume food production.
• Report any damaged equipment, food safety concerns, contamination risks, or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Ensure the kitchen remains clean, safe, and organized throughout the working shift.
• Perform any other kitchen-related duties assigned by the supervisor or management.

Food Safety & Hygiene Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness.
• Follow proper handwashing procedures.
• Prevent cross-contamination between raw and cooked foods.
• Use designated cutting boards, knives, and equipment correctly.
• Follow proper food storage and temperature-control procedures.
• Keep raw materials and prepared food properly separated.
• Follow the company’s HACCP and food safety procedures.
• Immediately report any food safety or hygiene issue to the supervisor.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen or catering operation is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move kitchen supplies when required.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and disciplined.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, and public holidays when required.
• Food safety knowledge or training is an advantage.