Job Description
We are looking to hire a dedicated and reliable kitchen assistant to assist the cook with ingredient preparation as well as perform all washing and cleaning duties required in the kitchen. The kitchen assistant's responsibilities include assisting with inventory control, clearing refrigerators, freezers, and storage rooms.
To be successful as a kitchen assistant, you should exercise exceptional time management and ensure that all duties are completed in a timely manner. Ultimately, an outstanding Kitchen Assistant should be able to comply with all food health and safety regulations.
Kitchen Assistant Responsibilities:
- Properly cleaning and sanitizing all food preparation areas according to established standards of hygiene.
- Washing and appropriately storing all cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes.
- Assisting the Cook with the preparation of meal ingredients, which includes washing, cleaning, peeling, cutting, and chopping fruit.
- Sweeping and mopping the kitchen floors as well as wiping down kitchen walls.
- Assisting with the unloading of delivered food supplies.
- Organizing and correctly storing food supplies.
- Promptly transferring meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchen as per the Cook's instructions.
Kitchen Assistant Requirements:
- Experience assisting in kitchens.
- Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- The ability to work in a team.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Effective communication skills.
**Job Types**: Part-time, Temp to perm, Apprenticeship, Internship, Seasonal
Part-time hours: 25-30 per week
**Salary**: $20.82 - $32.42 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Braeside, VIC 3195: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (required)