Assistant Cook

FIVE STAR CUISINE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,088 - 27,900; Full time

Job summary

FIVE STAR CUISINE PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Cook who will ensure the kitchen is orderly and assist Cooks in food preparation. Responsibilities include cleaning the kitchen, washing utensils, and ensuring efficient kitchen operations.

The ideal candidate should be able to cook North Indian food and manage kitchen expenses effectively while being capable of shift work. Experience in kitchen management and knowledge of hygiene standards are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and kitchen management.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to cook North Indian food.

Responsibilities

• Assist Cook in food preparation activities.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Manage inventory and supply storage.
• Participate in quality improvement programs.

Skills

Food preparation skills

Ability to work in a team

Knowledge of hygiene and safety standards

English proficiency

Job description

Assistant Cook Job Description

An Assistant Cook, or Assistant Chef ensures the kitchen is orderly and assists Cooks to prepare and arrange food. Their duties include cleaning the kitchen area, washing dishes and utensils and ensuring that the Cook has everything required to run the kitchen efficiently.

Assistant Cook duties and responsibilities

• Assisting the Cook in food preparation activities, such as cleaning, cutting, chopping and peeling food ingredients
• Cleaning and sanitising the food preparation areas based on company and industry hygiene codes and health and safety standards
• Washing, disinfecting and properly storing cooking and kitchen utensils and equipment
• Buying, weighing and storing ingredients and food supplies
• Operating a variety of kitchen appliances and instruments including cutters, knives, mixers and ovens
• Managing inventory, unloading supplies and organising the storeroom
• Participates in and/or contributes to programs, committees, or projects designed to improve quality of service and employee productivity.
• Maintains clean work areas, utensils, and equipment.
• Develop new menu items while improvising the existing ones.
• Maintain and manage kitchen expenses, food costs, inventory, and staffing within budgetary limits.
• Able to cook north Indian food.
• Able to do shift work.