ASSISTANT COOK, TMS PUSRAWI

KPJ Healthcare Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is seeking a Cook Assistant/Kitchen Helper to support hospital dietary services in Kuala Lumpur. You will prepare, portion and present meals according to menus and standards, ensuring safety and sanitation while assisting senior cooks.

Requirements include SPM or equivalent, 1 year as cook assistant or 2 years as kitchen helper, and strong teamwork and communication skills. Training in culinary topics is a plus; hospital experience is valued.

Qualifications

• SPM or equivalent required.
• Additional certificate in Culinary / Chef training is an extra advantage.
• Experience in Hospital Dietary Services is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and able to maintain hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items by ensuring quality, quantity and attractive presentation according to daily Meal Production List.
• Ensure that food items are appropriately arranged on plates and platters.
• Prepare and assemble portions according to the menu and standard portioning guidelines.
• Ensure food temperatures are within specified range per guidelines.
• Store food safely and rotate stock.
• Dispose of expired products.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness per sanitation guidelines.
• Assist in managing food inventory and supplies.
• Inform superior on supplies when minimum par level reached.
• Wash pots, pans and utensils.
• Supervise food production in absence of senior cook.
• Inspect food items and equipment regularly.
• Assist with food preparation for catering projects.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Food safety awareness

Hospital dietary familiarity

Education

SPM or equivalent

Culinary certificate (extra advantage)

Job description

Responsible for preparing, working with and delivering food according to the nutritional needs of the patient / resident, providing food to patients and personnel while maintaining high standards of quality, sanitation and safety.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

Prepare food items by ensuring quality, quantity and attractively according to daily Meal Production List.

Ensure that food items are appropriately arranged on plates and platters.

Prepare and assemble portions in accordance to the menu and standard portioning guidelines.

Ensure food temperatures during preparation and throughout services are within specified range as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidance.

Store food in an appropriate manner as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidelines.

Ensure that food items are properly rotated in storage.

Dispose of expired or near expiry products.

Ensure cleanliness of kitchen by following cleaning and sanitation guidelines.

Manage transportation of food and supplies and ensure food temperatures are within specified range as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidance.

Assist HOS in managing food inventory and supplies.

Inform superior on supplies once reached the minimum par level (before they run out of stock).

Wash pots, pans and any other utensil use in cooking.

Supervises food production in the absence of Chef / Senior cook / Cook.

Report kitchen malfunctions to superior immediately.

Inspect food items and equipment on a constant basis.

Assist with food preparation services for catering projects.

Any other duties as per instructed by the organization.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

SPM or equivalent.

Additional certificate in Culinary / Chef training or food preparation is an extraadvantage.

Knowledge and Experiences:

At least 1 year of experience as cook assistant or 2 years as kitchen helper

Familiarity with any food industries

Experience in Hospital Dietary Services will be an extra advantage

Knowledge of cuisine and fundamental culinary skills

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively acrossfunctions

Ability to work collaboratively in a team and interface with various levels of the organization

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy

Personal attributes

Results-oriented mindset, with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Self-motivated and able to work independently

Strong ethics and integrity

Openness to learning and adapting to change

A collaborative and team-oriented approach

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is the leading provider of private healthcare services in Malaysia, with a history dating back to 1981 when it introduced the first private specialist hospital in Johor. The Group's core values of Safety, Courtesy, Integrity, Professionalism, and Continuous Improvement drive its integrated network of more than 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia. Additionally, KPJ has expanded its presence internationally, with hospitals in Indonesia, Bangkok, and Bangladesh, as well as investments in retirement and age-care resorts in Australia and Malaysia.

KPJ's competitive advantage stems from its extensive reach and accessibility throughout the nation, offering a wide range of medical specialist services, some of which are pioneering in the country's healthcare industry. The company also excels in utilizing integrated technology to enhance patient care, including the adoption of Cloud Computing and continuous improvements to the KPJ Clinical Information System (KCIS). Furthermore, KPJ is exploring digitalized medical technology applications in areas such as E-Pharmacy, wearable technology, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).

With over three and a half decades of experience in hospital development and management, KPJ is built on strong fundamentals, positioning it well for the evolving healthcare industry. The company's health tourism segment has experienced significant growth through aggressive marketing strategies, expanding its footprint in various regions.

In addition to hospital-based care, KPJ has made strides in healthcare-related industries, particularly in KPJ Senior Living Care services and Healthcare Education, recognizing their potential for the future due to increasing consumer demand. KPJ hospitals have received recognition from accreditation bodies, ensuring the quality and safety of their services.

The company is committed to giving back to the community and has established a network of Klinik Wakaf An-Nur (KWAN) charity clinics and a Hospital Waqaf An-Nur (HWAN) to provide care to the underprivileged. With 18 KWAN clinics and five mobile clinics, KPJ's efforts have positively impacted over one million patients since 1998.

Overall, KPJ Healthcare Berhad's extensive network, commitment to innovation, and dedication to quality healthcare services and community outreach make it a prominent and trusted player in the private healthcare industry.

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is the leading provider of private healthcare services in Malaysia, with a history dating back to 1981 when it introduced the first private specialist hospital in Johor. The Group's core values of Safety, Courtesy, Integrity, Professionalism, and Continuous Improvement drive its integrated network of more than 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia. Additionally, KPJ has expanded its presence internationally, with hospitals in Indonesia, Bangkok, and Bangladesh, as well as investments in retirement and age-care resorts in Australia and Malaysia.

KPJ's competitive advantage stems from its extensive reach and accessibility throughout the nation, offering a wide range of medical specialist services, some of which are pioneering in the country's healthcare industry. The company also excels in utilizing integrated technology to enhance patient care, including the adoption of Cloud Computing and continuous improvements to the KPJ Clinical Information System (KCIS). Furthermore, KPJ is exploring digitalized medical technology applications in areas such as E-Pharmacy, wearable technology, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).

With over three and a half decades of experience in hospital development and management, KPJ is built on strong fundamentals, positioning it well for the evolving healthcare industry. The company's health tourism segment has experienced significant growth through aggressive marketing strategies, expanding its footprint in various regions.

In addition to hospital-based care, KPJ has made strides in healthcare-related industries, particularly in KPJ Senior Living Care services and Healthcare Education, recognizing their potential for the future due to increasing consumer demand. KPJ hospitals have received recognition from accreditation bodies, ensuring the quality and safety of their services.

The company is committed to giving back to the community and has established a network of Klinik Wakaf An-Nur (KWAN) charity clinics and a Hospital Waqaf An-Nur (HWAN) to provide care to the underprivileged. With 18 KWAN clinics and five mobile clinics, KPJ's efforts have positively impacted over one million patients since 1998.

Overall, KPJ Healthcare Berhad's extensive network, commitment to innovation, and dedication to quality healthcare services and community outreach make it a prominent and trusted player in the private healthcare industry.