ASSISTANT, FOOD SERVICES

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital; Kuantan; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital seeks a Kitchen Assistant to maintain high standards of food presentation and hygiene for patients and visitors. You will prepare and arrange meals, store items properly, rotate stock, and ensure sanitation throughout the kitchen.

The role includes assisting with catering, dishwashing, and light bookkeeping under supervision. No prior hospital experience is required as on-the-job training is provided; knowledge of customer service and strong communication are

Qualifications

• On-the-job training provided; no prior experience required.
• Experience in hospital dietary services is an advantage.
• Knowledge of customer service concepts and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities across functions.
• Able to work collaboratively within a team and interface with various levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items ensuring quality and quantity.
• Arrange items neatly on plates and platters.
• Assemble portions per the menu and store food properly.
• Rotate stock and dispose of expired products with proper records.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness following sanitation guidelines.
• Assist with food preparation for catering projects.
• Handle dishwashing duties and operate dishwashers.
• Report malfunctions to supervisor promptly.
• Perform light bookkeeping duties as needed.
• Other duties as instructed by the organization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

SPM or equivalent

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