Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant

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

About the Role

Our client is looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Porter / Kitchen Assistant to support their busy catering kitchen operations in Nelspruit . This essential role involves maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards, assisting chefs with basic food preparation, and ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly. You will be an integral part of the kitchen team, contributing to the efficient delivery of high-quality food services. This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone eager to gain experience in the food service industry in Nelspruit .

Key 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and potential for overtime.
• On-the-job training and development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment within a busy catering operation.
• Opportunity to learn various aspects of kitchen work.
• Stable employment with a reputable company in Nelspruit .