Job Description
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Refer to the list of needed ingredients on a day-to-day basis and check inventory
- Acquire ingredients not available in storage prior to the start of the day
- Inform the kitchen staff of their schedules and delegate appropriate duties
- Prepare ingredients by chopping vegetables and meats
- Assist head chef in cooking dishes according to set recipes
- Monitor food budgets and make sure that all supplies are bought within the set budget
- Make arrangements to store food items in a safe and orderly manner
- Rotate frozen food items as standardized in the kitchen rule book
- Hand ingredients and utensils to head chef during food preparation activities
- Maintain kitchen order by ensuring the cleanliness of tables, counters, and work areas
- Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen equipment and utensils
- Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens and grills for cooking purposes
- Maintain knowledge of all recipes so that the head chef’s place can be filled effectively in case of absenteeism
- Set prepared dishes so that they look aesthetically pleasing.
Qualifications
- Interested candidates should possess an OND qualification with 5-10 years work experience.