Kitchen Crew - Kitchen Assistant (Café)

City University Malaysia; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

City University Malaysia is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to support back-of-house operations on campus. You will prepare ingredients, manage inventory, and help the cooking team run smoothly without handling cooking.

This weekday-only, campus café role offers weekends off and follows the university schedule. No prior experience required; fresh graduates are welcome. Must be able to lift, follow instructions, and work well in a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Availability: Strictly Monday to Friday shifts only. No weekend work required.
• Education: SPM level or equivalent.
• Experience: No prior experience required; fresh graduates and beginners are welcome. 1 year in kitchen support or stewarding is a plus.
• Legal/Health Regulations: Must have a valid Typhoid Vaccination and a KKM Food Handler Certificate, or be willing to get them before starting.
• Skills: Ability to follow basic instructions, handle physical work, and use standard kitchen tools safely.
• Traits: Dependable, fast-moving, punctual, and a strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Ingredient Preparation: Wash, peel, slice, and portion vegetables, meats, and other ingredients so they are ready for the cooks.
• Plating & Assembly: Help assemble cold dishes, pack takeaway orders, and arrange food neatly on plates before service.
• Dishwashing & Stewarding: Operate the dishwashing area, washing utensils, pots, pans, and plates efficiently to keep up with café demand.
• Kitchen Cleanliness: Maintain a clean work environment by wiping down countertops, sweeping and mopping floors, and taking out trash.
• Stock & Inventory: Receive stock deliveries, check for freshness, and organize the chiller, freezer, and dry store neatly.
• Team Support: Work closely with the floor staff and cooks to pass food out quickly to the counter.

Skills

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

SPM level or equivalent

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Job Summary

We are looking for a reliable and hard-working Kitchen Assistant to support our back-of-house operations. In this role, you will not be responsible for cooking the meals. Instead, your primary focus will be supporting the kitchen by preparing ingredients, managing inventory, maintaining extreme cleanliness, and ensuring the cooking team has everything they need to run smoothly.

Rare F&B Opportunity: Enjoy your weekends off! Because we are a campus café, our operating hours follow the university schedule. This position is strictly for weekday shifts only.

Key Responsibilities

• Ingredient Preparation: Wash, peel, slice, and portion vegetables, meats, and other ingredients so they are ready for the cooks.


• Plating & Assembly: Help assemble cold dishes, pack takeaway orders, and arrange food neatly on plates before service.


• Dishwashing & Stewarding: Operate the dishwashing area, washing utensils, pots, pans, and plates efficiently to keep up with café demand.


• Kitchen Cleanliness: Maintain a clean work environment by wiping down countertops, sweeping and mopping floors, and taking out trash.


• Stock & Inventory: Receive stock deliveries, check for freshness, and organize the chiller, freezer, and dry store neatly.


• Team Support: Work closely with the floor staff and cooks to pass food out quickly to the counter.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Availability: Strictly Monday to Friday shifts only. No weekend work required.


• Education: SPM level or equivalent.


• Experience: No prior experience required; fresh graduates and beginners are welcome. 1 year in kitchen support or stewarding is a plus.


• Legal/Health Regulations: Must have a valid Typhoid Vaccination and a KKM Food Handler Certificate, or be willing to get them before starting.


• Skills: Ability to follow basic instructions, handle physical work, and use standard kitchen tools safely.


• Traits: Dependable, fast-moving, punctual, and a strong team player.