kitchen helper Needed to work in Canada by Joyful Manor

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

Key Responsibilities:

• Food Preparation:

  • Assist chefs and cooks with basic food prep tasks such as washing, peeling, chopping vegetables, and preparing ingredients.

  • Help with portioning food items for cooking or serving.

• Kitchen Organization:

  • Ensure that kitchen utensils, equipment, and tools are organized, clean, and accessible for chefs and other kitchen staff.

  • Stock supplies in kitchen areas, such as dry goods, canned items, and cleaning supplies.

• Cleaning and Sanitizing:

  • Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in the kitchen, including sweeping, mopping floors, wiping down countertops, and cleaning kitchen equipment.

  • Clean and sanitize kitchen tools, equipment, and surfaces according to food safety standards.

  • Ensure proper disposal of food waste, trash, and recyclables.

• Assisting with Cooking:

  • Help with basic cooking tasks like stirring, flipping, or garnishing dishes under the guidance of chefs.

  • Monitor cooking times and temperatures for food items when necessary.

• Assisting with Inventory:

  • Help track and manage kitchen inventory by noting any shortages or items that need to be replenished.

  • Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries of kitchen supplies and food.

• Dishwashing Support:

  • Assist dishwashers with organizing dishes and utensils after they have been cleaned.

  • Ensure that clean dishes, utensils, and cookware are properly stored.

• Support During Service:

  • Assist in plating dishes and ensuring that food is presented in an orderly and clean manner before serving.

  • Help with setting up workstations and maintaining a clean environment during meal service.

Tasks

• Bring clean dishes, flatware and other items to serving areas and set tables
• Carrying and replace linen
• Clean and sanitize items such as dishwasher mats, carts and waste disposal units
• Clear and clean tables, trays and chairs
• Load buspans and trays
• Operate dishwashers to wash dishes, glassware and flatware
• Place dishes in storage area
• Replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and serving areas
• Sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand
• Scour pots and pans
• Keep records of the quantities of food used
• Portion and wrap foods
• Prepare, heat and finish simple food items
• Stock refrigerators and salad bars
• Use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foodstuffs
• Clean and sanitize kitchen including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances and equipment
• Handle and store cleaning products
• Receive, unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards and other storage areas
• Remove kitchen garbage and trash
• Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors
• Wash, peel and cut vegetables and fruit

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Prior experience in a kitchen or restaurant setting is helpful but not required.

• Ability to follow instructions from chefs, kitchen managers, and other staff members.

• Basic knowledge of food safety practices and sanitation.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy items, and perform repetitive tasks.

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Food Safety Certificate

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

• Familiarity with kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, and ovens.

• Ability to work under pressure during busy meal times.

Experience and specialization

Equipment and machinery experience

• Conventional oven

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to stand and work in a fast-paced environment for extended periods.

• Ability to work in hot, humid, or noisy conditions typical of kitchen environments.

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability
• Team player
• Ability to multitask
• Initiative
• Dependability
• Positive attitude