Assistant COOK

Position Summary

The Assistant Cook supports the kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, cleaning, and safe food handling. This role helps ensure meals are prepared to the required quality, served on time, and prepared in a clean and organized kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, chopping, measuring, and portioning.
• Assist with cooking and assembling dishes according to recipes and instructions.
• Help set up kitchen stations and keep them stocked during service.
• Store food properly and rotate supplies using FIFO (first in, first out).
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Clean and sanitize work surfaces, equipment, utensils, and kitchen areas.
• Assist with receiving and checking deliveries and reporting low or damaged stock.
• Help monitor food quality, portion sizes, and presentation.
• Complete other kitchen duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or food-preparation experience is an advantage; training may be provided.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and safety procedures.
• Reliable, organized, and able to work as part of a team.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and stand for extended periods.
• Food handler’s certificate required

Working Conditions

This role may involve standing for long periods, lifting kitchen supplies, and working near hot equipment, sharp tools, and cold-storage areas. Evening, weekend, or holiday shifts will be required.