Commis Cook (Part-Time)

THE WESTIN SINGAPORE; Singapore; On-site; SGD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Westin Singapore is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to support our culinary team in a busy hotel kitchen. You will assist chefs with food preparation, wash and portion ingredients, and help maintain cleanliness and safety standards. This role requires a positive attitude and the ability to work under pressure, including weekends and public holidays.

Ideal candidates have basic cooking knowledge, awareness of food safety, and strong teamwork. Halal knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Knowledge of Halal food requirements is an advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to take direction.
• Able to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs and cooks in the preparation and cooking of food items.
• Prepare ingredients, including washing, cutting, and portioning.
• Apply basic dry heat and moist heat cooking methods.
• Demonstrate proper knife handling and food preparation techniques.
• Ensure food is prepared and served according to quality and safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
• Receive, inspect, and store food products appropriately.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures at all times.
• Support inventory control and stock replenishment activities.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure kitchen environment.
• Work closely with team members to deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Flexible shifts

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist chefs and cooks in the preparation and cooking of food items.
• Prepare ingredients, including washing, cutting, and portioning.
• Apply basic dry heat and moist heat cooking methods.
• Demonstrate proper knife handling and food preparation techniques.
• Ensure food is prepared and served according to quality and safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
• Receive, inspect, and store food products appropriately.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures at all times.
• Support inventory control and stock replenishment activities.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and secure kitchen environment.
• Work closely with team members to deliver excellent customer service.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Knowledge of Halal food requirements is an advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to take direction.
• Able to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.