Kitchen Assistant

St. John's Home; Singapore; On-site; SGD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

St John’s Home in Singapore invites applications for a Kitchen Assistant to support our kitchen operations and ensure smooth daily meals for residents. You will assist with food preparation, maintain a clean, organized kitchen, and help uphold food safety standards under the Chef’s guidance.

We welcome candidates with kitchen experience, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment as part of a caring team committed to high cleanliness and service

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience or in a similar role within the food service industry.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to assist the kitchen team as needed.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions from the kitchen management.
• A positive attitude and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the kitchen team in food preparation, such as washing, chopping, and portioning ingredients
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment by cleaning work surfaces, utensils, and equipment
• Ensuring the proper storage and handling of food items to maintain food safety and quality
• Supporting the kitchen team in basic cooking tasks as directed by the Chef
• Following all relevant health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment
• Adhering to the Home’s policies and procedures to uphold the highest standards of customer service

Skills

Kitchen experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

St John’s Home

Kitchen Assistant - Job Description

St John’s Home is a residential Home under the Ministry of Social and Family Affairs. We have been providing quality and compassionate care to seniors for over 60 years and will be transiting to a Nursing home in 2026.

Objectives of this role

We are seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our Home. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our kitchen operations and ensuring the smooth running of our home.

Duties and responsibilities

• Assisting the kitchen team in food preparation, such as washing, chopping, and portioning ingredients
• Maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment by cleaning work surfaces, utensils, and equipment
• Ensuring the proper storage and handling of food items to maintain food safety and quality
• Supporting the kitchen team in basic cooking tasks as directed by the Chef
• Following all relevant health and safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment
• Adhering to the Home’s policies and procedures to uphold the highest standards of customer service

Requirements

• Previous kitchen experience or in a similar role within the food service industry
• Akeen eye for detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to assist the kitchen team as needed
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow instructions from the kitchen management
• A positive attitude and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety