General Kitchen Worker

Phoenix Recruitment Limited; Durban; On-site; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Canteen in Durban is seeking a General Kitchen Worker to support cooks and chefs by keeping the workspace clean and handling basic food preparation.

The role requires grade 12, 1–2 years in a similar role, and a basic understanding of food safety and sanitation. A formal food handling certification is an advantage, and the ability to stand for long hours and lift heavy items is required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is required.
• Formal food handling certification is an advantage.
• 1–2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Ability to stand for long hours and lift heavy boxes or supplies.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation rules.
• Ability to follow instructions and assist cooks or waitstaff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Wash, peel, chop, and slice fruits and vegetables.
• Measure ingredients and help assemble or package meals and take-out orders. Wash and dry dishes, pots, pans, and utensils.
• Sweep and mop floors, wipe down counters, and sanitize work areas.
• Unload food deliveries from trucks and store items safely in refrigerators, freezers, and pantries.
• Restock workstations with necessary supplies.
• Empty trash cans, replace garbage liners, and dispose of kitchen waste properly.

Skills

Food handling knowledge

Sanitation knowledge

Education

Grade 12

Formal food handling certification (advantage)

Job description

Canteen based in Durban is looking for a General Kitchen Worker to support cooks and chefs by keeping the workspace clean and handling basic food preparation.

Duties:

• Wash, peel, chop, and slice fruits and vegetables.
• Measure ingredients and help assemble or package meals and take-out orders. Wash and dry dishes, pots, pans, and utensils.
• Sweep and mop floors, wipe down counters, and sanitize work areas.
• Unload food deliveries from trucks and store items safely in refrigerators, freezers, and pantries.
• Restock workstations with necessary supplies.
• Empty trash cans, replace garbage liners, and dispose of kitchen waste properly.

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• A formal food handling certification will be an advantage
• At least 1 – 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Ability to stand for long hours and lift heavy boxes or supplies.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation rules.
• Ability to follow instructions quickly and assist cooks or waitstaff as needed