KITCHEN ASSISTANT

Description

Job Summary: The Kitchen Assistant provides support in meal preparation, performing basic tasks such as sanitation, pre-preparation, and kitchen organization to ensure efficiency and quality. Key Highlights: 1. Essential support in food preparation and sanitation 2. Organization and cleaning of the kitchen area 3. Focus on speed and quality of culinary processes #### **About the position:** The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for supporting meal preparation by performing basic tasks including sanitation, pre\-preparation of food, kitchen organization, and cleaning of utensils. They work directly in daily operations, ensuring efficiency and quality in kitchen processes. #### **Main responsibilities:** * Wash, peel, cut, and chop food items as directed by the chef; * Assist in preparing hot dishes, salads, desserts, and side dishes; * Properly sanitize fruits, vegetables, and greens; * Organize and maintain a clean kitchen environment, including countertops, utensils, and equipment; * Assist in monitoring food expiration dates and proper storage; * Support plating and general meal assembly; * Perform daily cleaning of utensils and work areas after production; * Follow food safety regulations and good food handling practices. * Serve customers with courtesy, respect, and friendliness; * Assemble product packaging; #### **Desired qualifications (preferred):** * Completed elementary education * Kitchen Assistant or Food Handling course preferred * Basic knowledge of food hygiene and safety * Familiarity with kitchen utensils and equipment * Ability to follow instructions and recipes * Organizational skills and efficiency * Attention to detail * Willingness to work in a team * Commitment and punctuality * Good interpersonal communication #### **Benefits:** * Family Assistance Network * Telemedicine and Telepsychology * Dental Plan * Benefits Club * Pharmacy Discounts * Benefit Card * Recognition Programs * Life Insurance * Funeral Assistance * Pregnancy Monitoring * Nursing Room, Changing Room, and Rest Room * On-site Meals or Meal Voucher * Career Development Plan * Partner Website Discounts #### **Work schedule and hours:** * Rotating shift: 6 days on, 1 day off * 7h20 / day