ASSISTANT, FOOD SERVICES

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital; Kuantan; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital in Malaysia invites a hospital kitchen helper to maintain food presentation, hygiene, and timely service for patients and visitors. Responsibilities include preparing and portioning meals, stocking, and ensuring proper storage and rotation.

No experience required; on-the-job training provided. SPM or equivalent required; candidate should be a team player with good communication and a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• SPM or equivalent educational background is required.
• No experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Familiarity with food industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items ensuring quality and quantity.
• Arrange plates neatly and assemble portions per menu.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation per guidelines.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

SPM or equivalent

Tools

Dishwashing equipment

Kitchen sanitation equipment

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Maintain a high standard of food presentation service and hygiene to patients and visitors

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Prepare food items by ensuring both quality and quantity.
• Ensure that food items are appropriately arranged on plates and platters.
• Prepare and assemble portions in accordance with the menu.
• Store food in an appropriate manner.
• Ensure that food items are properly rotated in storage.
• Dispose of expired products and record accordingly
• Arrange plates and food items neatly on trays
• Ensure cleanliness of kitchen by following cleaning and sanitation guidelines.
• Manage transportation of food and supplies. Ensure temperatures are within specified range as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidance.
• Deliver food to the appropriate room or person; collect and discard the meal tray within the stipulated time.
• Managing food inventory and supplies are according to par level.
• Wash dishes and flatware.
• Operate and maintain dishwashers.
• Perform light bookkeeping duties.
• 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 REQUIREMENT

Education:

SPM or equivalent

Knowledge and Experiences:

• No experience required as on-the-job training shall be provided. However, experience in food related industry shall be an added.
• Familiarity with any food industry.
• Experience in Hospital Dietary Services will be an extra advantage.
• Knowledge of customer service related.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and interface with various levels of the organization.

Skills & Competencies:

Special skills required

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Maintains the integrity and quality of both computerized and manual data

Personal attributes

• Self-motivated with good interpersonal and communication skills with positive attitude to work
• Able to work on own initiatives, prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Good timekeeping but prepared to be flexible