FOOD SERVICE ASSISTANT

KPJ Healthcare Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is seeking a Kitchen Assistant/Server in Malaysia to support hospital dining services. The role involves preparing food items, assembling portions, and ensuring plates are neatly arranged for patients and visitors.

Candidates with no experience are welcome; on-the-job training will be provided. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for collaborating across hospital departments.

Qualifications

• Preparing food items while ensuring quality and portion control.
• Maintaining hygiene and sanitation in kitchen areas.
• Collaborating with team to meet menu requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble portions according to the menu.
• Arrange and present plates and trays neatly.
• Store, rotate and monitor food items for freshness.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Assist with catering projects and food preparation tasks.
• Monitor temperatures and transport food as required.
• Report equipment malfunctions and inventory issues promptly.

Skills

Food preparation

Food handling

Sanitation

Inventory management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

SPM or equivalent

Job description

To 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

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

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

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Healthcare Services More than 10,000 employees

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.