Kitchen Porter: Fast-Paced Role with Training

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

On-the-job training

Supportive team

Learning opportunities

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant to support a busy catering kitchen. You will help maintain cleanliness, assist with basic food preparation, and ensure smooth daily operations in a fast-paced environment.

This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, a competitive hourly wage, and the chance to learn various aspects of kitchen work while working with a supportive team in Nelspruit.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Porter or Kitchen Assistant is advantageous but not essential.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and follow instructions carefully.
• Strong work ethic and a commitment to maintaining cleanliness.
• Good physical stamina and ability to lift moderate weights.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Understanding of basic food safety principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen, including floors, surfaces, and equipment.
• Wash dishes, utensils, pots, and pans using dishwashing equipment or by hand.
• Assist chefs with basic food preparation tasks, such as chopping vegetables and portioning ingredients.
• Manage waste disposal and recycling according to company policy.
• Receive and store deliveries, ensuring proper rotation and organization of stock.
• Support the kitchen team by performing any other duties as required to ensure efficient operations.

Job description

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant to support a busy catering kitchen. You will help maintain cleanliness, assist with basic food preparation, and ensure smooth daily operations in a fast-paced environment.

This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, a competitive hourly wage, and the chance to learn various aspects of kitchen work while working with a supportive team in Nelspruit.