Kitchen Porter / Assistant

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

On-the-job training provided

Potential for tips

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit, South Africa, is seeking a reliable Kitchen Porter/Assistant to join a busy restaurant kitchen. You will support the kitchen team by maintaining hygiene, organizing supplies, and assisting chefs with basic food preparation tasks in a fast-paced environment.

This on-site role offers on-the-job training, uniform provided, and potential for growth into other kitchen roles, with competitive hourly pay and opportunity for tips, depending on shift and performance.

Qualifications

• Must have physical stamina to perform manual tasks for extended periods.
• Reliable, punctual and detail-oriented.
• Able to follow instructions and work in a team.
• Experience in a similar role is advantageous but not required.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of floors, surfaces and waste areas.
• Assist with basic food preparation as directed by chefs.
• Receive and store deliveries with proper stock rotation.
• Dispose of waste and recycling according to procedures.

Skills

Physical stamina

Reliability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a busy restaurant in Nelspruit , is seeking a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter / Assistant to support the kitchen team. You will play a vital role in maintaining kitchen hygiene, organizing supplies, and assisting chefs with basic food preparation tasks. This is a crucial support role essential for the smooth operation of a fast-paced kitchen environment in Nelspruit .

Key Responsibilities

• Wash and sanitize dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including floors, surfaces, and waste areas.
• Assist with basic food preparation tasks as directed by the chefs, such as peeling vegetables or portioning ingredients.
• Receive and store deliveries, ensuring proper rotation and stock management.
• Dispose of waste and recycling according to established procedures.

Requirements

• Physical stamina and ability to perform manual tasks, including lifting and standing for extended periods.
• A strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Reliability and punctuality are essential.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Prior experience in a similar role is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and potential for tips.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Uniform provided.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic restaurant setting in Nelspruit .
• Potential for growth into other kitchen roles.