ASSISTANT COOK

CHETTINADU NARAYANA'S CURRY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

CHETTINADU NARAYANA'S CURRY PTE. LTD. invites applications for a kitchen assistant role. The successful candidate will assist in food preparation, support chefs, and help maintain high hygiene and quality standards in a busy restaurant environment.

The position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen, stand for extended periods, and follow safety procedures. Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays is expected, with opportunities to grow within the kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation or restaurant kitchens is an advantage but not mandatory
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and safe handling practices
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen
• Willingness to learn and follow supervisor instructions
• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Physically fit to stand for long periods and perform kitchen tasks
• Responsible and reliable with commitment to food quality and hygiene
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays when required

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and cooking of food according to recipes and standards
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, peeling, measuring, and portioning
• Support chefs and cooks in daily kitchen operations
• Ensure food is prepared and presented to quality and hygiene standards
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations
• Assist in receiving, storing, and organizing food ingredients and supplies
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and safety procedures at all times
• Monitor ingredient levels and inform supervisors when replenishment is needed
• Participate in opening and closing duties of the kitchen
• Perform other kitchen-related duties as assigned by management

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen operations

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of food items according to restaurant recipes and standards.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, peeling, measuring, and portioning as required.
• Support chefs and cooks in daily kitchen operations and food preparation activities.
• Ensure food is prepared and presented in accordance with quality and hygiene standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, workstations, and food preparation areas.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and organizing food ingredients and kitchen supplies.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures at all times.
• Monitor ingredient levels and inform supervisors when replenishment is required.
• Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties.
• Perform other kitchen-related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in food preparation, kitchen operations, or restaurant environments is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and safe food handling practices.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Willingness to learn and follow instructions from supervisors.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods and perform kitchen-related tasks.
• Responsible, reliable, and committed to maintaining food quality and hygiene standards.
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays when required.