ASSISTANT COOK, KITCHEN SERVICES

Total Meal Solutions Sdn Bhd; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Meal Solutions Sdn Bhd is seeking a Cook Assistant to support daily meal production in a hospital catering setting. You will prepare, portion, and present meals according to the production list and menu, while maintaining hygiene and safety standards.

You should have at least a year of cooking assistant experience or two years as a kitchen helper, with strong teamwork and communication skills. Familiarity with hospital dietary services is an advantage; training opportunities may be

Qualifications

• SPM or equivalent education; culinary certification is an advantage.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as Cook Assistant or 2 years as Kitchen Helper; hospital dietary services experience is an advantage.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work across functions; high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to the daily Meal Production List and menu.
• Arrange food on plates and platters in an appealing presentation.
• Monitor food temperatures during preparation and service to comply with guidelines.
• Store and rotate food items per approved guidelines; dispose of expired items.
• Wash pots, pans and utensils; supervise production in absence of senior cooks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

SPM or equivalent

Job description

Job Requirements:- Prepare food items ensuring quality, quantity, and presentation according to the daily Meal Production List. Arrange food appropriately on plates and platters. Assemble portions based on the menu and standard portion guidelines. Monitor and ensure food temperatures during preparation and service comply with statutory requirements. Store food according to approved guidelines and statutory requirements. Rotate food items properly during storage. Dispose of expired or near-expiry items. Maintain kitchen cleanliness per sanitation guidelines. Manage transportation of food and supplies while maintaining appropriate temperatures. Assist HOS with food inventory and supply management. Notify superior when supplies reach minimum par level. Wash pots, pans, and cooking utensils. Supervise food production in the absence of Chef / Senior Cook / Cook. Perform basic bookkeeping duties. Report kitchen equipment malfunctions immediately. Conduct regular inspections of food items and equipment. Assist with food preparation for catering projects. Perform any other duties as assigned by the organization.

Job Requirements:- Education: SPM or equivalent. Additional certification in Culinary, Chef Training, or Food Preparation is an advantage. Knowledge & Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience as Cook Assistant or 2 years as Kitchen Helper. Familiarity with the food industry is required. Experience in hospital dietary services is an advantage. Basic knowledge of cuisine and culinary techniques. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across functions. Team player who can work with various levels of the organization. Skills & Competencies: Analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and accuracy in work.

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is founded on the vision of being the preferred healthcare provider in the region. We are focused on delivering world-class quality healthcare services throughout our regional footprint across 5 countries, namely Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Bangladesh, and Australia.

We are in search of remarkable people to join us in exploring and discovering better healthcare solutions together. Whether you are a student, a graduate, or an experienced professional, discover the impact you could make with a career at KPJ.