Kitchen Porter / Catering Assistant

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Regular payment schedule

Friendly team environment

Flexible part-time hours

Uniform provided

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Porter / Catering Assistant to join a busy Queenstown kitchen. The role focuses on keeping the area clean, supporting chefs with basic food prep, and maintaining high sanitation standards to ensure smooth operations.

This entry-level position offers a competitive hourly wage, potential flexible hours, and a friendly team environment. A willingness to learn and reliability are valued as you gain hands-on experience in a professional kitchen.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen hygiene is preferred.
• Willingness to learn kitchen routines.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and service areas.
• Wash dishes, cutlery, cookware and utensils by hand or machine.
• Assist chefs with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling vegetables and portioning ingredients.
• Organize and maintain storage areas with proper stock rotation and labeling.
• Empty refuse bins and keep waste disposal areas clean.
• Support the kitchen team to ensure a smooth, efficient workflow.

Skills

Hygiene standards

Follow instructions

Reliable & punctual

Physical stamina

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated and hardworking Kitchen Porter / Catering Assistant to join their busy kitchen team in Queenstown . This role is fundamental to the smooth operation of the catering services, focusing on maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment and supporting the chefs with basic food preparation tasks. You will be responsible for ensuring high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and efficiency. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone keen to gain experience in the food service industry and contribute to a professional kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen and service areas.
• Wash dishes, cutlery, cookware, and utensils using dishwashing equipment and by hand.
• Assist chefs with basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling vegetables and portioning ingredients.
• Organize and maintain storage areas, ensuring proper stock rotation and labeling.
• Empty refuse bins and maintain the cleanliness of waste disposal areas.
• Support the kitchen team as needed, contributing to a positive and efficient workflow.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or Catering Assistant is advantageous but not essential.
• Understanding of basic hygiene and sanitation standards in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to work efficiently and follow instructions accurately.
• Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to kitchen routines.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and regular payment schedule.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a professional kitchen.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Potential for flexible part-time working hours.
• Uniform provided.