Kitchen Helper

About the role

The Kitchen Helper supports chefs and kitchen staff in daily food preparation and maintains a clean, organized workspace. This position is essential for ensuring smooth operations in a fast‑paced restaurant environment while adhering to strict food safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Assist chefs with food preparation, cooking, and plating.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment, workstations, and storage areas.
• Follow food safety and hygiene protocols at all times.
• Help with stocking, inventory checks, and proper rotation of kitchen supplies.
• Perform heavy lifting of supplies and equipment as required.

Required profile

• No formal education required; a willingness to learn on the job.
• At least 1 year of experience in a kitchen or food‑service setting.
• Strong attention to detail and a self‑starter attitude.
• Team‑oriented, customer‑focused, and able to handle food discreetly.

Required skills

• Food preparation and basic cooking techniques.
• Knowledge of kitchen hygiene and stewarding practices.
• Understanding of mise‑en‑place principles.
• Basic inventory management and stock handling.