Kitchen Assistant

Pao Brew Cafe; Makati; On-site; PHP 156,000 - 223,000; Full time

Job summary

A local cafe in Metro Manila is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support daily food preparation and kitchen operations. The role involves assisting cooks and chefs, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring food safety. The ideal candidate will be responsible for basic food preparation, washing dishes, and adhering to health and hygiene standards. This position is crucial for the kitchen’s efficiency and safety, making it an essential role within the team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in basic food preparation such as washing, peeling, cutting, and portioning ingredients.
• Support cooks and chefs during meal preparation and service.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas, utensils, and equipment.
• Wash dishes, cookware, and kitchen tools properly and promptly.
• Ensure proper storage of food items following food safety standards.
• Dispose of kitchen waste according to hygiene and safety guidelines.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation policies at all times.
• Assist in receiving and organizing kitchen supplies and deliveries.
• Perform other kitchen-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Job description

The Kitchen Assistant supports the kitchen team in daily food preparation and kitchen operations. This role ensures cleanliness, proper food handling, and timely assistance to cooks and chefs to maintain efficient and safe kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in basic food preparation such as washing, peeling, cutting, and portioning ingredients
• Support cooks and chefs during meal preparation and service
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas, utensils, and equipment
• Wash dishes, cookware, and kitchen tools properly and promptly
• Ensure proper storage of food items following food safety standards
• Dispose of kitchen waste according to hygiene and safety guidelines
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation policies at all times
• Assist in receiving and organizing kitchen supplies and deliveries
• Perform other kitchen-related duties as assigned by the supervisor