Kitchen Associate, Central Kitchen

Keka Technologies Private Limited; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Salad Days invites applications for a Kitchen Associate, Central Kitchen. This structured training program will build your skills in food preparation, kitchen operations, and hygiene standards while contributing to the creation of V4V7 and BevD items.

You will learn recipes, follow safety guidelines, operate central kitchen equipment, manage inventory using FIFO, and practice mise-en-place techniques. A high school diploma is sufficient; prior kitchen experience is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary education is a plus but not required.
• Prior kitchen or food service experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Basic understanding of kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
• Positive attitude and excellent work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Learn high-quality V4V7 and BevD items and recipes.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of Salad Days’ ingredients, preparation methods, and recipes.
• Follow food safety standards and maintain hygiene practices to ensure a clean and safe kitchen.
• Operate and maintain central kitchen equipment with guidance.
• Assist in receiving inventory and applying FIFO practices, including barcode scanning and stock management.
• Participate in regular sanitization tasks to maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Learn and practice essential mise-en-place techniques such as cutting, blanching, and boiling.
• Handle ingredients properly and follow planogram guidelines for storage and organization.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salad Days, established in 2014, is a leader in India's healthy food revolution. We're all about creating gourmet salads and delicious meals that nourish both body and tastebuds. Our mission is to make healthy eating a way of life for everyone in India. We use fresh, high-quality ingredients, operate with sustainability in mind, and uphold the highest standards of excellence.

Job Overview

As a Kitchen Associate, Central Kitchen, you will participate in a structured training program designed to develop your skills in food preparation, kitchen operations, and hygiene standards. You will assist in creating high-quality V4V7 and BevD items while learning the fundamentals of kitchen management.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn the elements that constitute high-quality V4V7 and BevD items.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of Salad Days’ ingredients, preparation methods, and recipes.
• Follow food safety standards and maintain hygiene practices to ensure a clean and safe kitchen.
• Operate and maintain central kitchen equipment with guidance.
• Assist in receiving inventory and applying FIFO practices, including barcode scanning and stock management.
• Participate in regular sanitization tasks to maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Learn and practice essential mise-en-place techniques such as cutting, blanching, and boiling.
• Handle ingredients properly and follow planogram guidelines for storage and organization.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (culinary education is a plus but not required).
• Prior experience in a kitchen or food service environment is preferred but not mandatory.
• Basic understanding of kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills.
• Positive attitude and excellent work ethic.