Hospitality Kitchen Helper

Kitchen Helper – Key Responsibilities

1. Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation (washing, peeling, cutting, chopping vegetables/fruits/meat)

2. Maintain cleanliness of kitchen workstations, equipment, and utensils

3. Wash and store dishes, cookware, and cutlery (manual or dishwasher)

4. Receive, unpack, and store deliveries (dry goods, produce, dairy, meat) as per FIFO/stock rotation

5. Maintain proper storage temperatures for perishables (fridge/freezer checks)

6. Transport ingredients and supplies between storage, prep, and cooking stations

7. Dispose of kitchen waste and garbage as per hygiene protocols

8. Sweep, mop, and sanitize kitchen floors, walls, and surfaces

9. Assist with basic cooking tasks under supervision (boiling, blanching, portioning) when required

10. Follow food safety and hygiene standards (FSSAI guidelines, HACCP basics)

11. Report equipment malfunctions or maintenance issues to the kitchen supervisor

12. Support during peak service hours by prepping mise-en-place in advance

13. Ensure proper labeling and dating of stored food items

14. Handle kitchen linens (aprons, towels) and ensure they're clean and available

15. Assist in loading/unloading supplies from vendors and suppliers

Key Requirements typically listed:

• Basic understanding of kitchen hygiene and safety

• Physical stamina for standing long hours, lifting supplies

• Willingness to work in shifts, including weekends/holidays

• Prior kitchen experience preferred but not mandatory (many hotels train freshers)

• It is a Full Time Waiter / Steward job for candidates with 6 months - 1 years of experience.