Kitchen Assistant

Sentro 88 Foods, Inc.; Valenzuela; On-site; PHP 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

A local food establishment in Valenzuela is looking for a Kitchen Helper to support kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment. This role includes preparing ingredients, assisting cooks, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness while following safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, some culinary training, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• At least a High School graduate.
• Preferably with culinary training/experience.
• Previous experience as a kitchen helper or similar role.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients prior to meal service, including chopping vegetables and butchering meat.
• Help cooks with kitchen tasks during peak hours.
• Ensure that food is stored properly and adhere to safety regulations.
• Assist in keeping the kitchen clean and tidy.

Skills

Culinary skills

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Graduate

Culinary training

Job description

The Kitchen Helper works on the frontlines of the cafeteria interacting with cooks, waiters, bartenders, and sometimes customers. Part of a larger food preparation, the kitchen helper works in a fast-paced and sometimes demanding environment helping to prepare delicious meals.

The Kitchen Helper performs a wide range of duties in the fast-moving kitchen often assisting head chef and cooks with various aspects of meal preparation ensuring smooth operation of the kitchen.

• Responsible for preparing ingredients prior to meal service, such as chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or cleaning seafood
• Help cooks with kitchen tasks during peak hours
• Comply with food preparation standard practices and procedures
• Stock inventory properly with details and labels
• Ensure that raw materials/food is stored in proper containers and at proper storage and freezer temperatures; adhere to food, health, and safety regulations at all times
• Measure ingredients required for specific food items being prepared
• Assist the head cook in cooking dishes according to set recipes
• Assist in keeping the kitchen clean and tidy at all times
• Dispose of trash and waste as per canteen safety protocol
• Works quickly while paying attention to multiple responsibilities at a time
• Work safely around kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues to the Manager
• Other tasks that may be assigned by Management from time to time
• At least High School graduate
• Preferably with culinary training/experience
• Previous experience as a kitchen helper or similar role
• On-the-job training from chefs and restaurant owners
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Experience in basic food handling and preparation skills
• Efficient, energetic
• Able to multi-task
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Responsive to changes