Indian kitchen helper

Madras Café; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Madras Café in Singapore is seeking a full-time Indian Kitchen Helper to support the kitchen team with food preparation, station organization, and cleanliness.

You will assist with basic cooking under supervision, restock supplies, and coordinate with serving staff to ensure timely service while following strict hygiene and safety standards. This on-site role offers hands-on learning in a fast-paced South Indian kitchen.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist with Food Preparation and basic Cooking tasks in an Indian kitchen setting.
• Strong understanding of Hygiene standards and safe food handling practices.
• General knowledge of Food & Beverage operations in a restaurant environment.
• Basic Customer Service skills to interact politely with guests and support front-of-house staff when needed.
• Willingness to learn traditional South Indian recipes and cooking techniques.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift light to moderate loads, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented attitude with reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
• Prior experience in a commercial kitchen or restaurant is an advantage but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and basic cooking tasks in a busy Indian kitchen.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene; wash utensils and equipment.
• Assist in stocking and organizing ingredients and supplies.
• Coordinate with serving staff to ensure timely service during peak hours.

Skills

Food prep

Hygiene

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Company Description

Madras Café is a restaurant company originally based in Paris, France, known for serving South Indian cuisine in a casual, welcoming setting. The brand focuses on authentic flavors, consistent quality, and warm hospitality for guests. Team members work in a fast-paced environment that emphasizes cleanliness, efficiency, and respect for diverse backgrounds. The Singapore location offers opportunities to learn traditional Indian cooking methods and grow within the food and beverage industry.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Indian Kitchen Helper role based at Madras Café in Singapore. The Indian Kitchen Helper supports the kitchen team by assisting with food preparation, such as chopping vegetables, preparing ingredients, and organizing cooking stations. Daily tasks include maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, washing utensils and equipment, and ensuring proper storage of food items. The role involves helping with basic cooking activities under supervision, replenishing supplies, and coordinating with serving staff to ensure timely service. The position requires following hygiene and safety guidelines at all times and supporting the kitchen during peak service hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist with Food Preparation and basic Cooking tasks in an Indian kitchen setting.
• Strong understanding of Hygiene standards and safe food handling practices.
• General knowledge of Food & Beverage operations in a restaurant environment.
• Basic Customer Service skills to interact politely with guests and support front-of-house staff when needed.
• Willingness to learn traditional South Indian recipes and cooking techniques.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift light to moderate loads, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented attitude with reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.
• Prior experience in a commercial kitchen or restaurant is an advantage but not mandatory.