Walk-in | Kitchen Helper

VPM Engineers Faridabad; SECTOR 78; On-site; INR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal

Job summary

VPM Engineers Faridabad is seeking a Kitchen Helper to support the kitchen team with basic food preparation, cleaning, and dishwashing, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and adherence to hygiene standards. The role requires helping with washing, peeling, cutting vegetables, and maintaining cleanliness across work areas.

The candidate should be physically fit, able to work in a fast-paced kitchen, and willing to follow safety procedures and wear appropriate protective gear.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of kitchen cleaning and hygiene.
• Ability to handle dishwashing and kitchen cleaning work efficiently.
• Physically fit to stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist the chef and kitchen staff with basic food preparation (washing, peeling, cutting vegetables).
• Wash and clean vegetables, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Perform dishwashing duties and ensure items are cleaned, sanitized, dried and stored.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchens, counters, floors and storage areas.

Skills

Basic kitchen cleaning

Dishwashing

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Punctuality

Job description

Kitchen Helper Job Description

Position: Kitchen Helper
Department: Kitchen / Food & Beverage
Reports To: Head Chef / Kitchen Supervisor
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

The Kitchen Helper is responsible for supporting the kitchen team in food preparation, cleaning, dishwashing, maintaining hygiene, and ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen operations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist the chef and kitchen staff with basic food preparation such as washing, peeling, cutting, and chopping vegetables and other ingredients.
• Wash and clean vegetables, utensils, kitchen equipment, and food preparation areas.
• Perform dishwashing duties, including cleaning plates, glasses, spoons, forks, cooking vessels, and other kitchen utensils.
• Ensure all dishes and utensils are properly cleaned, sanitized, dried, and stored in their designated places.
• Keep the kitchen, washing area, counters, floors, and storage areas clean and hygienic.
• Collect and dispose of kitchen waste properly as per company hygiene and waste-disposal procedures.
• Assist in loading, unloading, and arranging kitchen supplies and raw materials.
• Maintain cleanliness of refrigerators, shelves, worktables, sinks, and other kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Support the chef during busy hours to ensure timely food preparation and service.
• Check and maintain adequate availability of cleaning materials, dishwashing supplies, and basic kitchen items.
• Follow food safety, personal hygiene, and workplace safety standards at all times.
• Wear proper uniform, apron, gloves, hairnet, and other required protective equipment.
• Immediately report damaged equipment, leakage, shortage of supplies, or any safety/hygiene issue to the supervisor.
• Follow instructions given by the Chef or Kitchen Supervisor and maintain discipline at the workplace.
• Perform any other kitchen-support duties assigned by the management.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Basic knowledge of kitchen cleaning and hygiene.
• Ability to handle dishwashing and kitchen cleaning work efficiently.
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Team player with a positive and disciplined attitude.
• Punctual, responsible, and hardworking.
• Previous kitchen/helper experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Performance Expectations

• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Complete dishwashing and cleaning duties on time.
• Support the kitchen team efficiently during peak hours.
• Minimize wastage and properly handle kitchen materials.
• Follow all food safety and workplace safety procedures.Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile

Perks and benefits

• Free meal