Kitchen Assistant

SIN HENG KEE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SIN HENG KEE PTE. LTD. is seeking a Kitchen Helper to support daily kitchen operations, prepare ingredients, maintain hygiene, and assist with meal preparation in a fast-paced setting.

You will wash, chop, portion, marinate ingredients, assist with cooking, and keep workstations clean to meet food-safety standards. Knowledge of FIFO and inventory control is a plus. The role requires physical stamina, reliability, willingness to work shifts including weekends and holidays, and prior experience in

Qualifications

• Experience in a restaurant, catering operation, or commercial kitchen.
• Familiarity with ingredients, sauces, seasonings, and preparation methods.
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques applicable to the kitchen’s menu.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle vegetables, meat, seafood, and other ingredients by washing, cutting, peeling, portioning, and marinating according to kitchen requirements
• Assist with cooking and wok preparation to support meal production as needed
• Prepare sauces, seasonings, and ingredients following recipes and instructions accurately
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen workstations, utensils, and equipment to comply with food safety standards
• Store ingredients properly and apply FIFO procedures to ensure ingredient freshness
• Inspect food quality and freshness before preparation to uphold high standards
• Receive, organize, and store kitchen supplies efficiently to maintain workflow
• Minimize food wastage by using ingredients efficiently during preparation
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods to maintain smooth operations
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety standards consistently
• Update and maintain accurate ingredient stock records for effective inventory control
• Monitor ingredient levels and notify the supervisor promptly when replenishment is needed
• Assist the frontline/service team during busy periods to ensure customer satisfaction
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor to support daily kitchen operations

Skills

Restaurant experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Cooking basics

Physical fitness

Shift work availability

Job description

Job Summary

Support daily kitchen operations by preparing ingredients, maintaining hygiene, assisting food preparation, and ensuring smooth service in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle vegetables, meat, seafood, and other ingredients by washing, cutting, peeling, portioning, and marinating according to kitchen requirements
• Assist with cooking and wok preparation to support meal production as needed
• Prepare sauces, seasonings, and ingredients following recipes and instructions accurately
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen workstations, utensils, and equipment to comply with food safety standards
• Store ingredients properly and apply FIFO procedures to ensure ingredient freshness
• Inspect food quality and freshness before preparation to uphold high standards
• Receive, organize, and store kitchen supplies efficiently to maintain workflow
• Minimize food wastage by using ingredients efficiently during preparation
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods to maintain smooth operations
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety standards consistently
• Update and maintain accurate ingredient stock records for effective inventory control
• Monitor ingredient levels and notify the supervisor promptly when replenishment is needed
• Assist the frontline/service team during busy periods to ensure customer satisfaction
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor to support daily kitchen operations

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Experience working in a restaurant, catering operation, or commercial kitchen
• Familiarity with ingredients, sauces, seasonings, and preparation methods relevant to the cuisine
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques applicable to the kitchen’s menu
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Physical fitness and ability to stand for long periods during shifts
• Hardworking, responsible, punctual, and willing to learn
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays