Kitchen Assistant

Job Summary: The Kitchen Assistant supports daily food service operations by assisting with basic food preparation, dishwashing, and kitchen cleaning duties. This role ensures that meals are delivered efficiently and hygienically to residents and staff, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness within the kitchen environment. The Kitchen Assistant also helps in distributing meals to wards and performs light prep tasks under the direction of the Cook or Assistant Cook.

Responsibilities

Food and Beverage Support
a. Assist the Cook and Assistant Cook in preparing food and drinks for residents and staff.
b. Make bread sandwiches and assist with simple breakfast preparations. c. Ensure hygienic handling of all food items.
Dishwashing and Cleaning
a. Wash residents’ cups, plates, and cutlery after each meal.
b. Clean cooking utensils, pots, pans, and trays used in food preparation.
c. Maintain cleanliness of kitchen sinks, mop floors, and wipe down stoves and countertops.
Meal Delivery and Collection
a. Push food and drink trolleys to the wards at designated meal times.
b. Collect dirty dishes and utensils from wards for cleaning.
c. Ensure prompt delivery and return of all food-related items.
Kitchen Hygiene Maintenance
a. Clean kitchen shelves and chillers; ensure raw food and vegetables are stored separately from cooked food.
b. Dispose of kitchen garbage daily in accordance with hygiene protocols.
c. Wipe wall-mounted fans and cooker hoods regularly to maintain ventilation cleanliness.
Ad-hoc Duties
a. Perform other duties as assigned by the Cook, Manager (HR & PR), or nursing staff during events or kitchen emergencies.
b. Provide support during large-scale meal preparations or festive meal services.