General Worker (Cook)

MINDS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity in Singapore seeks a Food Service Worker to join their MINDSFOOD catering services. The role involves preparing and cooking food while ensuring high standards of quality and hygiene. Ideal candidates should have a compassionate personality and be able to work well in a team. Experience with persons with intellectual disabilities is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum Primary School education required.
• Experience with persons with special needs is advantageous.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season, and cook a variety of foods for catering services.
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines and industry standards.
• Manage inventory and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.

Skills

Teamwork

Personal hygiene

Basic English communication

Compassion

Patience

Education

Primary School education

Job description

About Us

MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PWIDs) and their families since 1962.

Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation.

MINDS is today one of the largest charities in Singapore, employing more than 850 staff. With a focus on expanding community-based services, improving employability, strengthening education, and fostering inclusive community living, MINDS offers a holistic range of services across the PWIDs' lifespan.

These include schools, employment and training centres, home-based care, and community services to address the physical, psychological, environmental, and social needs of PWIDs. For more information, please visit www.minds.org.sg.

Job Description

Work Schedule: 5 days a week, Monday to Friday, from 7 am to 4 pm.

Location: Regional Hub (Hougang), Near Kovan MRT.

Main Responsibilities:

• Prepare, season, and cook a variety of foods for MINDSFOOD catering services, maintaining high standards of quality, presentation, and hygiene.
• Daily preparation of tea breaks and lunches for clients and staff.
• Ensure all food and beverage preparations comply with menus, industry standards, and safety guidelines, including SFA requirements.
• Manage inventory, including purchasing, stock rotation, and storage, to minimize waste and ensure freshness.
• Assist in food production for special events, ensuring timely and accurate preparation.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards throughout the kitchen area.
• Support equipment maintenance and report any faults immediately.

Kitchen and Equipment Maintenance

• Support safe work habits and environment.
• Daily cleaning of kitchen equipment, walls, and floors.
• Ensure refrigeration units are clean and functioning properly.
• Report faulty equipment promptly.

Qualifications

• Minimum Primary School education.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work as part of a team and participate actively.
• Good personal hygiene.
• Ability to lift heavy objects.
• Basic English communication skills.
• Compassionate and patient personality.
• Experience working with persons with special needs is an advantage.