KITCHEN HELPER CUM STEWARD

Hospital Seri Botani; Ipoh; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Ipoh is seeking kitchen assistants to support daily operations in the kitchen and cafeteria. Responsibilities include ensuring hygiene and food safety practices, assisting in meal preparations, maintaining a clean kitchen, and monitoring food stock. Ideal candidates should have knowledge of food safety principles, be attentive to detail, and demonstrate teamwork. This role offers opportunities for growth and participation in quality improvement activities in a vibrant healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow hygiene and sanitation procedures.
• Experience in food preparation is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail in food presentation and safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily kitchen operations and meal preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas and equipment.
• Monitor stock levels and report low items to the Head Chef.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Hygiene practices

Teamwork

Job description

Assist the Food Service team in supporting all daily kitchen and cafeteria operations under the Dietetic and Food Services Department.

Help the Head Chef and Head of Dietetic and Food Services ensure proper hygiene, sanitation, and food safety practices are followed at all times.

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in all kitchen areas including preparation rooms, dishwashing areas, chillers, freezers, and waste disposal rooms.

Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules according to hospital standards and policies.

Assist in meal preparation, plating, and distribution to wards while ensuring food quality, presentation, and portion control.

Deliver meals to wards or units and collect back used trays, dishes, and cutleries after meal times.

Wash and clean all kitchen utensils, plates, and cutleries to maintain high hygiene standards.

Support the kitchen in basic food preparation such as cutting vegetables, fruits, and meats under the Head Chef’s supervision.

Assist in ordering and receiving raw materials and food ingredients, ensuring all stock is recorded and stored properly.

Keep storage areas neat and maintain par stock levels, updating the Bin Card and reporting low stock items to the Head Chef.

Monitor and record chiller and freezer temperatures daily, and report any breakdowns or abnormalities immediately.

Help in cost control by minimizing food wastage and ensuring efficient use of ingredients.

Support in hospital licensing and certification processes such as HALAL, HACCP, GMP, and MSQH where required.

Perform other assigned duties, participate in quality improvement activities, and maintain professionalism and teamwork in all tasks.