Caring Kitchen Assistant for Old Age Home

The Haven Night Shelter Welfare Organisation; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

The Haven Night Shelter Welfare Organisation is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for their venue in Woodstock, Cape Town. This role involves ensuring food preparation areas are clean, assisting with meal preparation, and maintaining the kitchen's hygiene.

The ideal candidate should have a chef's diploma and at least 1 year of kitchen experience. Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV and motivational letter to [e-mail], including 'KITCHEN ASSISTANT – HAVEN OLD AGE HOME' in the subject line.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year previous kitchen work experience.
• Ability to work shifts and alternate weekends.
• Experience in the NGO sector is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitising all food preparation areas.
• Washing and storing cooking appliances and utensils.
• Preparing meal ingredients by cleaning, peeling, and chopping.
• Sweeping and mopping kitchen floors.
• Assisting with unloading food supplies.
• Organising and storing food supplies.

Skills

Team-player attitude

Excellent verbal communication skills

Conflict‑management skills

Sound knowledge of food safety regulations

Understanding of health and safety

Education

Chef’s diploma or professional cookery certificate

Job description

The Haven Night Shelter Welfare Organisation is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for their venue in Woodstock, Cape Town. This role involves ensuring food preparation areas are clean, assisting with meal preparation, and maintaining the kitchen's hygiene.

The ideal candidate should have a chef's diploma and at least 1 year of kitchen experience. Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV and motivational letter to [e-mail], including 'KITCHEN ASSISTANT – HAVEN OLD AGE HOME' in the subject line.