ASSISTANT, FOOD SERVICES

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital; Selangor; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital is seeking a kitchen assistant to maintain high standards of food presentation and hygiene for patients and visitors in Malaysia. The role covers preparing items, arranging plated meals, assembling portions per menu, storing and rotating stock, and ensuring sanitation and proper distribution of meals.

Candidates should have at least SPM or equivalent; on-the-job training is provided.

Qualifications

• Education: SPM or equivalent.
• Knowledge/Experience: No experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Experience in food-related industry is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with the food industry.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items by ensuring quality and quantity.
• Arrange food on plates and platters.
• Assemble portions according to menu.
• Store food properly and rotate stock.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness per guidelines.
• Transport food and supplies as needed.
• Ensure correct temperature ranges per guidelines.
• Deliver meals to rooms and collect trays on time.
• Manage food inventory and par levels.
• Wash dishes and operate dishwashers.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

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

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.