Catering Kitchen Assistant: Hands-on Training & Growth

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Supportive team environment

Exposure to diverse catering events

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Catering Kitchen Assistant to support busy kitchen operations in Benoni. You will help with food preparation, maintain hygiene, and assist chefs to ensure high culinary standards for varied catering events.

The role suits a team player, eager to learn, with commitment to cleanliness and food safety. On-the-job training and a friendly kitchen environment offer a great entry point into professional cooking.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and work efficiently.
• Good physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift moderate weight.
• Reliable, punctual, with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs with food preparation tasks, including chopping vegetables, preparing ingredients, and assembling dishes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
• Receive and store deliveries with proper stock rotation and temperature control.
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Adhere to all food safety, hygiene regulations and company policies.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Stamina

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Catering Kitchen Assistant to support busy kitchen operations in Benoni. You will help with food preparation, maintain hygiene, and assist chefs to ensure high culinary standards for varied catering events.

The role suits a team player, eager to learn, with commitment to cleanliness and food safety. On-the-job training and a friendly kitchen environment offer a great entry point into professional cooking.