Catering Kitchen Assistant

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Paid time off

Supportive kitchen team

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Catering Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team. You will help with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, and ensure food safety standards are met at events in Nelspruit.

You will work closely with kitchen staff, manage ingredients and assist with inventory while developing skills in a hands‑on catering role.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or food service experience is advantageous.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation techniques and kitchen safety.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and efficiently.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
• Team player with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs with food preparation tasks (chopping, peeling, mixing).
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and work areas.
• Wash dishes, utensils and equipment; store properly.
• Monitor inventory levels and report needs to supervisor.
• Receive and store deliveries; ensure proper rotation and storage.
• Follow all company policies on food safety and sanitation.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Willingness to learn

Strong work ethic

Stamina

Manual handling

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and efficient Catering Kitchen Assistant to support their culinary team in Nelspruit . This role is crucial for maintaining the smooth operation of the kitchen, assisting chefs with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring all food safety standards are met. You will work closely with the kitchen staff to prepare ingredients, manage inventory, and contribute to the overall quality of the food served at various events. This is a hands‑on position for someone passionate about food and eager to grow within the catering industry in Nelspruit .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist chefs and cooks with food preparation tasks, including chopping, peeling, and mixing ingredients.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and surrounding work areas.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment, ensuring they are properly stored.
• Monitor inventory levels of kitchen supplies and ingredients, reporting needs to the supervisor.
• Receive and store deliveries, ensuring proper rotation and storage conditions.
• Follow all company policies and procedures related to food safety and sanitation.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food service environment is advantageous.
• Knowledge of basic food preparation techniques and kitchen safety.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and efficiently.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
• Team player with good communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage.
• Opportunity to learn from experienced chefs in the Nelspruit area.
• Health insurance and retirement fund options.
• Paid time off.
• Supportive kitchen team environment.