Kitchen Assistant

Job Summary

Support daily kitchen operations by preparing ingredients, maintaining hygiene, assisting food preparation, and ensuring smooth service in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle vegetables, meat, seafood, and other ingredients by washing, cutting, peeling, portioning, and marinating according to kitchen requirements
• Assist with cooking and wok preparation to support meal production as needed
• Prepare sauces, seasonings, and ingredients following recipes and instructions accurately
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen workstations, utensils, and equipment to comply with food safety standards
• Store ingredients properly and apply FIFO procedures to ensure ingredient freshness
• Inspect food quality and freshness before preparation to uphold high standards
• Receive, organize, and store kitchen supplies efficiently to maintain workflow
• Minimize food wastage by using ingredients efficiently during preparation
• Support the kitchen team during busy service periods to maintain smooth operations
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety standards consistently
• Update and maintain accurate ingredient stock records for effective inventory control
• Monitor ingredient levels and notify the supervisor promptly when replenishment is needed
• Assist the frontline/service team during busy periods to ensure customer satisfaction
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor to support daily kitchen operations

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Experience working in a restaurant, catering operation, or commercial kitchen
• Familiarity with ingredients, sauces, seasonings, and preparation methods relevant to the cuisine
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques applicable to the kitchen’s menu
• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Physical fitness and ability to stand for long periods during shifts
• Hardworking, responsible, punctual, and willing to learn
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays