Catering Kitchen Assistant - Fast-Paced, Hands-On

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Hospitality experience

Friendly team

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our catering team. The role involves assisting chefs with food preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and helping with event setup and breakdown for various client events.

You will help maintain hygiene standards, follow safety procedures, and contribute to a positive team environment in a fast-paced kitchen setting. The position offers hands-on training and growth within the catering industry.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Good physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
• Reliability and punctuality are essential for this role in Bloemfontein.
• Willingness to learn and work well within a team.
• Previous kitchen or food service experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs with food preparation tasks, including chopping vegetables and portioning.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and storage areas.
• Support setup and breakdown of catering equipment and food stations for events.
• Monitor stock levels for essential kitchen supplies and report shortages.
• Follow instructions from chefs and kitchen managers regarding food preparation and safety procedures.

Skills

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Reliability

Punctuality

Stamina

Follow instructions

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our catering team. The role involves assisting chefs with food preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and helping with event setup and breakdown for various client events.

You will help maintain hygiene standards, follow safety procedures, and contribute to a positive team environment in a fast-paced kitchen setting. The position offers hands-on training and growth within the catering industry.