The key responsibilities of Kitchen Assistant include:
· Prepare, cut, wash and replenish the food ingredients that are needed by the Cook (wok) to cook the menu items
· Checking, ordering and receiving of stock in the kitchen (i.e. meat, seafood, dry ingredients and vegetables)
· Ensuring raw ingredients are fresh and properly stored in the fridge/chiller at correct temperatures
· Ensuring cut vegetables are fresh and suitable for use (i.e. not wilted or rotten)
· Assist in taking kitchen orders, plating and/or packing.
· Keep the cleanliness of the workstation at all times
Knowledge and Skills
· Knows the correct cooking procedures of all the menu items including fried items
· Familiar with all the ingredients required for each menu item
· Able to prepare and proportion a particular dish in bulk (to save time).
· Knows how to read customer’s order in the order slip (from kitchen printer)
· Knows food hygiene and safety standards
Attitude & Traits
· Good attitude and hardworking
· Hygienic
· Commitment to quality
· Able to multi-task
· Able to stand and work fast in a hot kitchen environment for long hours
· Able to work overtime if required
